Viburnum mullaha

Viburnum mullaha, commonly known as the Himalayan snowball, is a deciduous shrub native to the mountainous regions of Assam, China South-Central, East Himalaya, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Tibet, and West Himalaya. This plant thrives in moist, well-drained soils that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is hardy from zones 8-11 and grows up to 3 meters tall. Known for its edible fruit and documented medicinal uses, Viburnum mullaha has been utilized by local communities for both culinary and therapeutic purposes. One distinctive feature of this plant is its white or pinkish flowers that appear in late spring, followed by small, round fruits that ripen in autumn.