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Ceanothus ×otayensis
Scientific Name: Ceanothus ×otayensis
Family: Rhamnaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Ceanothus otayensis: Otay Mountain Buckbrush
Ceanothus otayensis, commonly known as Otay Mountain Buckbrush or Otay Mountain Lilac, is a rare shrub native to California.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is a shrub, reaching a mature height of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a width of 2.5 ft (75 cm). Consider the size and growth habit of this plant when placing in a garden accessible to pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Ceanothus otayensis McMinn
- Family: Rhamnaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonyms: Ceanothus X otayensis
Distribution and Habitat
- Ceanothus otayensis is found exclusively in the Otay and San Miguel Mountains of San Diego County, California, and adjoining Baja.
- It typically grows at elevations ranging from 2000 to 3600 feet.
Morphological Characteristics
- Ceanothus otayensis is a shrub.
- It features white blooms.
- It will reach a mature height of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a width of 2.5 ft (75 cm).
Ecological Role
- Ceanothus otayensis is considered a rare native shrub.
- It is included in the CNPS Inventory of Rare and Endangered Plants on list 1B.2 (rare, threatened, or endangered).
- The species primarily reproduces by seed rather than resprouting.
Further Information
- California Native Plant Society (CNPS): WWW.CNPSSD.ORG
- Tropicos
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Discover Life
- Dave's Garden