Cercocarpus betuloides var. blancheae - Island Mountain Mahogany (Plant) clearance plant Source of edible pine nuts

Source of edible pine nuts

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Cercocarpus betuloides var. blancheae - Island Mountain Mahogany (Plant) clearance plant Source of edible pine nutsThis Channel Islands subspecies grows larger than our common mountain mahogany, potentially into a small tree. Also makes a good hedge. Flowers are fragrant. Seed plumes shimmer in summer and fall. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rosaceae Species Name Cercocarpus betuloides var. blancheae Common Name Island Mountain Mahogany Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color None Flowering Months