First record for Kejimkujik NP. Only the white form was present. Very rare in NS (Clementsvale & Bear River areas). Somewhat threatened by trampling and bike parking at this site, but the disturbance keeping the area open is probably important to its persistence too.
sorry photos could have been more intentional. Got a lil excited. Leaf scar and buds let alone bark are clearly wisqoq
several more in the area
will update with better photos and DBH soon
Habitat : hardwood forest, fairly shaded, damp soil, red berries
Traits: Deciduous, shrubs, bright red berries, toothed leaves
Approx no : 2-3 plants per 15-20m
Associate species: Brambles (Genus Rubus)
Species Traits : toothed leaves, thorny stems with pink flowers when in bloom.
Approx no : 3-4 plants per 10-15m
Associated species : Hollies
Habitat : hardwood forest, fairly shady, fairly dry well drained soil.