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pagoda dogwood

plant
Also known as: Cornus alternifolia
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The pagoda dogwood (Cornus alternifolia) is a tall shrub known for its distinctive horizontal branching, which gives it a tiered appearance. It produces flat clusters of white flowers that eventually develop into blue fruits. This plant is often used in landscaping due to its unique structure.12

It is important to distinguish the pagoda dogwood from the Japanese pagoda tree (Styphnolobium japonicum), which is a different species in the pea family. The Japanese pagoda tree is native to China and is known for its use in traditional medicine, edible leaves and flowers, and useful wood.2

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