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Cornus subg. Mesomora
Alsogr. Amer., 58 [. as Mesomera], 62, 76. 1838
Synonyms: Swida Opiz
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Shrubs or trees; rhizomes absent. Leaves alternate. Inflorescences cymes; bracts numerous, minute, not petaloid, subtending primary and secondary inflorescence branches, proximal portion adnate to branch, free portion caducous. Pedicels present. Drupes distinct; stone apex with cavity.
Distribution
e North America, e Asia.
Discussion
Species 2 (1 in the flora).
Cornus controversa Hemsley is widespread in eastern Asia.
Selected References
None.