Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Cephalanthus occidentalis

Family:
Buttonbush

Family:
Rubiaceae

Description:
Buttonbush, a native North American, is a little-known shrub with glossy, late-emerging foliage that is perfect for naturalizing in permanently moist to wet sites, and has pincushion-like white inflorescences as its primary ornamental appeal in mid-summer. It is adaptable to shade, but best placed in sunny sites for optimum flowering.

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