One Seed Juniper
Juniperus monosperma
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Tree |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Pollinators | Wind |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
6-20'+ × 5-10' |
| Flowering Season | February-April |
| Flower Color | Fleshy cones |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -35 °F |
| Leaf Description | Scaly green needles |
| Fruit | Light brown, one per cone |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 3000-7000 ft. |
| Description | A major component of pine/oak/juniper communities in the mountains of Arizona, especially around the Flagstaff area. Also the juniper which will best tolerate conditions at lower elevations such as Tucson, though it is not a recommended tree for low desert landscapes. One seed juniper is remarkable for its extensive tap roots which help the trees survive drought, but while below ground growth can be fairly quick, above ground growth will be relatively slow, under a foot a year. Pollen and seed cones occur on seperate individuals, the fleshy seed bearing cones are a good wildlife food source. This is a good plant to consider for low water use gardens at higher elevations around Arizona. |
