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​Buttonbush is a pretty shrub throughout the year, but is admired the most during the summer because of the unique spherical yellowish-white flower clusters that are in bloom. 
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​Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis)
What's as big as a shrub, but weighs nothing?
  • It's shadow! 
Did you know? 
  • Native Americans would boil down the bark and use it as an eye wash for sore eyes, anti-inflammation, headaches, and fevers 
  • Native Americans would also chew on the bark to relieve toothaches
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Common Names: 
  • Buttonbush
  • Common Buttonbush
  • Button Willow 
Wildlife Benefits: 
  • The seeds are eaten by numerous waterfowl, including ducks and Great Blue Heron
  • Mammals feed on the twig and leaves
  • Birds eat the fruit 
  • Great nectar source for bees and butterflies  
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Habitat: 
  • Wetlands
  • Woodlands
  • Prairies 
Size: 
  • 3-8' tall, with a crown width of 2-3' 
Growing Conditions: 
  • Full sun to partial shade
  • Moist, well-drained soil 
Select Identification Characteristics: 
  • Leaf Type: Simple
  • Leaf Arrangement: Opposite
  • Bud Arrangement: Opposite
  • Terminal Bud: Single 
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