Vauquelinia californica (Arizona Rosewood)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusVauquelinia
Speciescalifornica
CategoryTropicals, Woody
TypeTree (evergreen), Shrub (evergreen)
OriginSouthwestern United States and Mexico.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

ShapeLarge vase-shaped shrub.
LandscapeArizona Rosewood works well as a barrier plant, hedge or small patio tree.
PropagationPropagate from seed or cuttings.
Notable SpecimensDesert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America.
Leaf Description10 cm glossy green topped leaf with lighter green underside.
Flower DescriptionWhite flowers.

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