Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Russet Buffaloberry (Shepherdia canadensis) is a rare native tree or shrub that grows in northern California. It is fast growing and moderately long-lived. It grows in a semi-upright form to a height of 6 feet, with active growth during the spring and summer. Flowers are yellow and striking, and bloom in the late spring. Leaves are white-gray and deciduous.

Plant type

Shrub

Size

6 ft Tall

Form

Upright

Growth rate

Fast

Dormancy

Winter Deciduous

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Color

Yellow, White

Flowering season

Spring

Soil description

Prefers sandy or loamy soils. Does not grow well in clay soils.

Caterpillars
Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

11 confirmed and 2 likely

Confirmed Likely

Common Gray

Anavitrinella pampinaria

Canadian Giant Moth

Andropolia contacta