Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus montanus
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Mountain Mahogany is a deciduous shrub in the
rose family, growing to 10' x 6', and native to most of western America. It is a hardy
shrub requiring full sun and little water.
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Leaves are small, dark green and are held until late in the fall. | |
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Blossoms are tiny, showy yellow trumpet flowers that are sweetly fragrant. | |
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Seeds have feathery tails that carry them on the winds in late fall. | |
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Bark is light grey. |
Photos: Judy Sedbrook
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