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| Latin Name: |
Cercocarpus betuloides var. blancheae |
| Common Name: |
island mountain mahogany |
| Type: |
Shrub |
| Size: |
Large |
| California Native: |
Yes |
| Description: |
California native plant; thrives in full sun and dry soil; tiny flowers attract pollinating insects; seed pods are curly and fuzzy. |
| Pruning Needs: |
little or none; prune to shape; may be trained as a small tree |
| Sun Exposure: |
Full Sun
Part Shade
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| Arboretum Location(s): |
Mary Wattis Brown Garden
Ruth Risdon Storer Garden
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| Water Needs: |
Very Low
Low
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| Color(s): |
None
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| Bloom Season(s): |
Winter
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| Wildlife Value: |
Beneficial Insects
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