bunchberry Cornaceae Cornus canadensis L.   symbol: COCA13
	Leaf: Opposite (almost appearing whorled in a group of 4 to 6), simple, 2 to 3 inches long, (leaves lower on the stem much smaller and almost scale-like) arcuately veined, entire margin, dark green above, paler below, very short petiole. Flower: Monoecious; very small, greenish, surrounded by 4 large, white petal-like bracts, similar to flowering dogwood but smaller, appearing in late spring. Fruit: Bright red berry in a tight cluster, each 1/3 inch across, terminal clusters occur on a slender stem, ripen in late summer. Twig: Barely woody except at the base, green. Bark: Form: Very short, 4 to 6 inches tall ending in a cluster of 4 to 6 leaves.
	No range map exists for this species. See a map of the states in which Cornus canadensis can be found (opens a new window). USDAFS Additional Silvics - USDA Plants Database Cornus canadensis is native to North America.