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Mason's ceanothus
Scientific Name: Ceanothus masonii
Family: Rhamnaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: CA (Mason's ceanothus)
Mason's Ceanothus (Ceanothus masonii)
Ceanothus masonii, commonly known as Mason's ceanothus or Bolinas ceanothus, is a shrub belonging to the buckthorn family, Rhamnaceae.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
- Scientific Name: Ceanothus masonii McMinn
- Family: Rhamnaceae (Buckthorn family)
- Genus: Ceanothus L.
- Synonyms: It's important to note that the provided text suggests Ceanothus gloriosus (McMinn) may be considered an accepted name for this plant.
Distribution and Habitat:
- Ceanothus masonii is endemic to California, specifically Marin County.
- It is considered a state rare species.
Morphological Characteristics:
- Ceanothus masonii is described as a shrub with delicate, dark green leaves.
- It is an evergreen shrub.
Ecological Role:
- Species of Ceanothus generally occur in semiarid forests, oak woodland, and chaparral.
Further Information: Discover Life provides further information on the history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Ceanothus species.