Latin name: Frangula californica (Eschsch.) A. Gray ssp. californica Pronunciation: FRANG-gyu-la ka-li-FOR-ni-ka Common name: Coffeeberry Family: Rhamnaceae (Buckthorn) Habitat: Dry slopes in chaparral, coastal sage scrub and coastal strand below 3500' (to 6000'), usually in shade and frequently near streams Blooming period: May to July Name derivations: 1) Frangula 2) californica |
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