Desert Ocean Spray

Carried by 1 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Desert Ocean Spray (Holodiscus microphyllus var. glabrescens) is a native shrub that grows in central and northern California. It tends to grow in rocky places and outcrops, at elevations from 2000-9500 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Shrub

Size

1 - 3 ft Tall

Color

White

Flowering season

Spring, Summer

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Low, Moderate

Ease of care

Moderate

Natural setting

Site type

Rocky places, outcrops

Plant communities

Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 24 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Desert Ocean Spray

Botanical names:

Holodiscus microphyllus var. glabrescens

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