Lyonothamnus floribundus ssp. aspleniifolius - Santa Cruz Island Ironwood (Plant) Size:1G many Kumeyaay Indians in the

many Kumeyaay Indians in the far-flung ranches of Baja California carry on the traditional knowledge and skills for transforming native plants into food

This is a larval host plant for hairstreak butterflies

The index cross-references both common and technical names

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Plant Characteristics Family Name Malvaceae Species Name Malacothamnus fasciculatus 'Casitas' Common Name Casitas Chaparral Mallow Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast-Sun

Lyonothamnus floribundus ssp. aspleniifolius - Santa Cruz Island Ironwood (Plant) Size:1G many Kumeyaay Indians in theLarge flower clusters, attractive bark and fern like foliage makes this an especially attractive tree in the landscape. Prefers good drainage but can tolerate heavy soil. Beautiful in groves. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rosaceae Species Name Lyonothamnus floribundus ssp. aspleniifolius Common Name Santa Cruz Island Ironwoood Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color White, Cream