How to identify Koreanspice viburnum (Viburnum carlesii)
Koreanspice viburnum, also known as Korean spice viburnum
Koreanspice viburnum exhibits a rounded, sometimes irregular and dense silhouette, with stiff, upright branches that can enhance its structural appeal. With a sun to partial shade exposure, the plant thrives in moist, well-drained soils including heavier clay types. During mid to late spring, koreanspice viburnum produces showy and highly fragrant blooms that emerge on the previous year's wood; pruning should therefore follow the flowering period to avoid the loss of the next season's blossoms. In autumn, koreanspice viburnum may offer a display of reddish-burgundy foliage, though this is not guaranteed. The presence of rootstock suckers may be noted in grafted specimens.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Shrub
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Small round drupes transition from red to bluish-black, clustered against foliage.
Dense terminal hemispherical cymes with fragrant white flowers transitioning from pink to red.
Pubescent, slightly zigzag green to reddish-brown stems with opposite branching.
Gray bark with shallow fissuring on modest trunk, growing up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) in diameter.
Oval, toothless margin leaves with pubescent undersides and dull green-gray coloration.
The leaves of koreanspice viburnum are arranged in pairs, measuring 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) long. They exhibit a dull dark green to gray-green hue, transitioning to a copper color when young. The underside of the leaves is pubescent, providing a slightly fuzzy texture. The leaves are oval-shaped with a somewhat toothless margin and a prominent midrib that aids in support and nutrient transport. Notably, the foliage does not consistently exhibit vibrant fall colors.
The flowers of koreanspice viburnum bloom in early spring and are very fragrant. They are white when open, transitioning from pinkish to red in bud. The flowers are about 0.5 inches (1.27 cm) wide and are arranged in a dense, terminal, hemispherical cyme measuring 2-3 inches (5-7.6 cm) across. Each flower emits a strong, pleasant fragrance, making them an attractive feature for gardens.
The stem of koreanspice viburnum is pubescent, meaning it has a fine layer of soft hairs, giving it a slightly fuzzy texture. The young stems are particularly pubescent and tend to be green to reddish-brown in color. They are generally slender, with a diameter that can range from 0.1 to 0.2 inches (2.5 to 5 mm). The stems exhibit a somewhat zigzag pattern, with opposite branching that provides a distinctive appearance crucial for identification.
The fruit of koreanspice viburnum manifests as a small, round drupe initially as a prominent red hue measuring approximately 0.3 inches (7.62 mm) in diameter. As the seasons transition into fall, this drupe undergoes a striking color change to a deep bluish-black. The fruit's surface texture is smooth with a glossy appearance. These berries commonly cluster, which adds visual interest against the foliage. The transformation in coloration and the clustering habit are distinctive characteristics that assist in the identification of koreanspice viburnum's fruit.
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Scientific Classification of Koreanspice viburnum
