ABSTRACT
Foreign names: Viorne americain (Fr.), Amerikaniseher Schneeball (Ger.), Viburno (Sp.), Viburno (It.)
Description: Shrub or small tree, approximately 3 m (10 ft) high, native to the United States (Connecticut, Michigan, Georgia, Arkansas, Mississippi, Florida). The plant has obtuse or slightly pointed leaves similar to the Prunus species, ellipsoid or ovoid fruits, and highly ˆexible branches. The part used is the bark from the branches. Haw black is tonic, bitter and aromatic.
