Cornus kousa chinensis 'Prophet' (Star Flower Dogwood)

The Cornus kousa chinensis 'Prophet', commonly known as Star Flower Dogwood, is a deciduous flowering tree that belongs to the family Cornaceae. It is a cultivar of the Cornus kousa native to China. This medium-sized tree produces beautiful star-shaped flowers that bloom in spring, followed by berry-like fruits in late summer. The tree's foliage turns a vibrant reddish-purple color in the fall, adding to its ornamental value.