Heteromeles arbutifolia
Christmas berry
Evergreen tree
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The Heteromeles arbutifolia plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - California. It is a member of the Rosaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Christmas berry. Some home gardeners know the variety as Photinia. arbutifolia. Lindl. P. salicifolia. Crataegus arbutifolia.

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Latin Name:  Heteromeles arbutifolia
Common Name:  Christmas berry
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  (Ait.)M.Roem.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  8
 
Habitat:  Semi-dry brushy slopes and in canyons below 1200 metres[71]. It is usually found in the neighbourhood of streams or on dry hills, especially on north-facing slopes[82]. Often on steep sea-cliffs[82].

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