Photo © by Brooklyn Botanic
Garden
Taken by G. A. Kalmbacher 1975.
Native , Rare
By Kerry Barringer
Not peer reviewed
Last Modified 02/01/2013
Common Names
LeatherwoodNomenclature
*Dirca palustris L., Sp. Pl. 358. 1753.Description
Habitat
Rich, moist deciduous or mixed deciduous woods.Rarity Status
Connecticut: not rare.New York: not rare.
New Jersey: not rare.
Species Biology
Flowering: April. Flowers appear before the leaves.Pollination:
Fruiting: May and June.
Dispersal: The fruits are eaten by birds and never remain on the plant for long.
Germination: