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Hobbleberry (Viburnum lantanoides) is a shrub native to Japan, Korea, the Kuril Islands, and Sakhalin, with naturalized populations in parts of North America including Connecticut, Georgia, Kentucky, and Maine. Hobbleberry (Latin: Viburnum lantanoides) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Hobbleberry is most often used to support immune support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Hobbleberry is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Hobbleberry is a member native to CNT, GEO, JP, KTY, KR, and MAI. Hobbleberry thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Hobbleberry grows best in USDA zone 3-7, full sun, partial sun/shade, full shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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