Cercocarpus traskiae - Catalina Island Mountain Mahogany (Plant) Hiking the Kumeyaay people of northern

the Kumeyaay people of northern Baja California and southern California made their homes in the diverse landscapes of the region

But they are often unable to accurately name or describe their discoveries

Cold Hardy to Less than 15 degrees F Distribution Selected for the garden Natural Habitat Coastal sage scrub

this species is native to San Diego County

especially if planted in inland gardens

Cercocarpus traskiae - Catalina Island Mountain Mahogany (Plant) Hiking the Kumeyaay people of northernCatalina mahogany is a tree like shrub that can reach 25 feet tall. It is endemic to CA and is endangered. As of 1990, only 7 plants were known to exist in their native habitat. Flowers are fragrant and are followed by plumed seeds. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rosaceae Species Name Cercocarpus traskiae Common Name Catalina Island Mountain Mahogany Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast