Viburnum nudum aka Smooth Witherod

Viburnum nudum, also known as witherod viburnum or possumhaw, is a deciduous shrub in the Adoxaceae family. This plant is native to North America, ranging from southern Ontario to Florida and Louisiana. It is a multi-stemmed shrub that grows up to 12 feet tall with opposite, glossy dark green leaves that turn maroon to dark red-purple in the fall. In late spring, Viburnum nudum produces fragrant white flowers in flat-topped clusters, followed by clusters of ovoid berries that change color from light pink to deep pink to blue to purplish-black. Wildlife enjoys eating the fruit, and deer often browse the foliage. It is also a larval host to spring azures and hummingbird clearwing moths. Viburnum nudum is sometimes called possumhaw viburnum and is a rare houseplant that requires regular watering and long-lasting direct light. It does best in well-draining soil and doesn't need added fertilizers if repotted every time it doubles in size. The genus name comes from the Latin name of a species plant, while the specific epithet means nude or naked.