DISTRIBUTION.—Scattered throughout both peninsulas.
HABITAT.—Prefers moist, well-drained soil on the borders of streams and swamps, often in the shade of other trees.
NOTES.—Hardy throughout the state. Easily transplanted. The only Cornus with alternate leaves and branches.
Black Gum. Pepperidge
1. Winter twig, × 1.
2. Portion of twig, enlarged.