Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rhamnaceae

Genus:

Colubrina

Species:

Colubrina californica

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

White, Yellow, Green, Brown

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, Nevada

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained desert soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to very dry

Notes:

native to arid desert regions