Cornus capitata - Ornamental Fruit - Bentham's Cornel, Evergreen Dogwood Page

Cornus capitata, commonly known as Bentham's Cornel, Himalayan flowering dogwood, and evergreen dogwood, is a stunning evergreen tree that grows up to 30 ft in height and width. Native to the low-elevation woodlands of the Himalayas in China, India, and surrounding nations, it is grown as an ornamental in many other parts of the world. This tree is renowned for its gray-green fuzzy leaves and white blooms that emerge during summer. The fruit of Cornus capitata has a bitter-sweet flavor, which tastes similar to an over-ripe banana and can also be used for preserves. It is a unique species that grows well in evergreen and mixed forests at elevations between 3,000-9000 ft. Its strawberry-like fruit is edible, while the branches and leaves are used for tannin, and the bark is used medicinally. If you are looking for a beautiful and beneficial addition to your garden, Cornus capitata is an excellent choice!