Scientific Name: Viburnum prunifolium
Origin: United States
AKA: Cramp Bark, Guelder Rose, Stagbush, American Sloe, Snowball Tree, King's Crown, High Cranberry, Red Elder, Rose Elder, Water Elder, May Rose, Whitsun Rose, Dog Rowan Tree, Silver Bells, Whitsun Bosses, Gaitre Berries
Parts Used: Dried bark from the root, stem or trunk
Active Compounds: Coumarins, including Scopoletin; Salicin; l-Methyl-2; 3-Dibutyl Hemimellitate; Viburnin; plant acids; volatile oil; tannin.
Background: In Canada the berries are sometimes used as a substitute for cranberries in jellies.
Description: Black Haw is found in the Eastern and Central United States. It is a deciduous shrub, growing up to 16+ feet. It features 3 inch, dull-colored leaves with finely serrated edges and large white flowers which reach 3 – 5 inches in width. Its bright red berries appear in late summer.
Safety: Do not eat the uncooked fruit. Do not take Black Haw if you are allergic to aspirin.
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