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summer holly

Scientific Name: Comarostaphylis

Family: Ericaceae

Category: Dicot

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Summer Holly (Comarostaphylis diversifolia)

Comarostaphylis diversifolia, commonly known as summer holly or California comarostaphylos, is a shrub or small tree native to southern California and Mexico.

Considerations for Pets

  • Produces bright red fleshy berries.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Comarostaphylis diversifolia (C. Parry) E. Greene
  • Family: Ericaceae (Heath Family)
  • Common Names: Summer holly, California comarostaphylos, Summer-blooming manzanita, Mock arbutus, Mock arbute
  • Synonym: USDA Symbol: CODI3
  • Subspecies: Comarostaphylis diversifolia (C. Parry) E. Greene ssp. diversifolia

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to southern California and Mexico.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Evergreen shrub growing up to 20 feet tall and wide.
  • Attractive bark.
  • White, bell-shaped flowers in spring.
  • Bright red fleshy berries.

Further Information

  • Find more information on Comarostaphylis diversifolia from the RHS (Royal Horticultural Society).
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