Hairy Mountain Mahogany
Cercocarpus breviflorus
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Shrub |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Pollinators | Butterflies |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
10-15' × 10-15' |
| Flowering Season | March-July |
| Flower Color | White |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -20 °F |
| Leaf Description | Rounded, leathery, aromatic |
| Fruit | Seed attached to a corkscrewed plume |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 4000-7000 ft. |
| Description | Hairy mountain mahogany occurs at high elevation in central and eastern Arizona. This plant is an upright shrub which can reach 10-15' tall. Leaves are rounded and covered in white hairs, blooms are white tubes. Corkscrew like seeds add visual interest to the plant after flowering. This would be a good hedging shrub, or centerpiece in cooler gardens. Try mixing with oaks (Quercus spp.) and juniper (Juniperus deppeana). If you live in an area with good air quality, these plants seem to be a preferred host for lichens. |
