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Plant Name:
Cascara Buckthorn
Scientific Name:
Frangula purshiana
Description:
Cascara Buckthorn is a deciduous shrub or small tree with glossy, elliptical leaves and clusters of small, yellowish flowers. It produces small, black berries that are an important food source for wildlife.
Habitat:
Woodlands, forest edges, stream banks
Fauna:
Cascara Buckthorn provides habitat and food for a variety of wildlife species, including birds and mammals. Its berries are a valuable food source, and its foliage offers cover and nesting sites for wildlife.
Growing Conditions:
Cascara Buckthorn can tolerate a range of soil conditions and light levels.
Uses:
Cascara Buckthorn has been used in traditional medicine for its laxative properties. It is also valued for its ornamental appearance.
Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):
No
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Poisonous:
No
Fun Facts:
Cascara Buckthorn is native to western North America and is an important plant for wildlife conservation.
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