Cornus Obliqua is commonly known as the pale dogwood or blue-fruited dogwood. This deciduous shrub is native to eastern North America and is typically found along streams, riverbanks, and moist wooded areas. The pale dogwood is often used for landscaping and its foliage turns a beautiful red color in the fall.
Synonyms for Cornus Obliqua include swamp dogwood, silky dogwood, and panicled dogwood. These names come from the plant's preferred habitat, silky texture, and cluster-like flower arrangement. Other scientific names for the shrub include Cornus candidissima, Cornus elegans, and Swida obliqua. These synonyms provide a rich vocabulary for describing this fascinating plant, which has been used for centuries for its medicinal and ornamental properties.