Shrub identification

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  1. spage25

    spage25 New Member

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    Hi, can someone I'd this shrub for me. It flowers and produces red berries.
     

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  2. Sundrop

    Sundrop Well-Known Member

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    Elderberry. Most likely Sambucus pubens which is native to eastern North America.
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Elder flower buds, not berries, in the pic!
     
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    Elderberry is a widely accepted common name for Sambucus, see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elderberry
     
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