Sambucus species unidentified

A number of ornamental species of elder were grown at this time, mostly forms of Sambucus nigra L., the Common Elder which see.  Johnson’s Dictionary lists nine.  A number of other species were also grown, with Johnson’s listing racemosa, pubens, canadensis and chinensis in addition to nigra.

Horticultural & Botanical History

No additional data.

History at Camden Park

A handwritten note in an 1850 catalogue held in the Mitchell Library is the only reference.  [MP A2947A].  Certainly grown in the gardens at this time.

Notes

Published Mar 31, 2010 - 02:56 PM | Last updated Mar 31, 2010 - 02:57 PM


More details about Sambucus species unidentified
Family Caprifoliaceae
Category
Region of origin

Unknown

Synonyms
Common Name
Name in the Camden Park Record

Sambucus sp. 

Confidence level low