Berberis haematocarpa - Red Barberry, Desert Barberry (Plant) Size:5G Equal parts natural history

Equal parts natural history

Discussion of utility companies and massive power shutoffs

heather-like foliage is reminiscent of rosemary

Plant Characteristics Family Name Fabaceae Species Name Prosopis glandulosa var

Found locally in Verdugo and San Gabriel Mtns

Berberis haematocarpa - Red Barberry, Desert Barberry (Plant) Size:5G Equal parts natural historyThis shrub has very spiny leaves that are various shades of green, blue and pink. In spring yellow flowers are followed by red to yellow berries that are enjoyed by wildlife. Roots may be mildly toxic. Plant Characteristics Family Name Berberidaceae Species Name Berberis haematocarpa Common Name Red Barberry, Desert Barberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Yellow,