Bittersweet

Solanum dulcamara

The species known as bittersweet is a semi-woody vine found in forests, marshes, shrublands, and hedgerows. All parts of the plant contain alkaloids (especially the bright red berries), which are extremely poisonous to humans and livestock if ingested

Common snowberry

Symphoricarpos albus

Common snowberry (Symphoricarpos albus) is a flowering deciduous shrub related to honeysuckle. Common snowberry grows in floodplains and woodlands throughout Canada and the United States. In these areas, it’s important as a source of food for the ecosystems of deer, bears, and longhorn sheep. Common snowberry is planted to control soil erosion as well as for ornamental purposes.

Indian plum

Oemleria cerasiformis

Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis) is a small shrub with purple bark. This species grows in sunny locations and sparsely in shady areas. In the springtime, clumps of white flowers appear on the indian plum. Following the flowers, this plant produces a peach-colored fruit.

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