Mahonia trifoliolata Mexican barberry (Berberidaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Mahonia trifoliolata
Mexican barberry
Evergreen shrub
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The Mahonia trifoliolata plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Texas, Arizona, Mexico. It is a member of the Berberidaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Mexican barberry. Some home gardeners know the variety as Berberis ilicifolia. B. roemeriana. B. trifoliata. B. trifoliolata.

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Latin Name:  Mahonia trifoliolata
Common Name:  Mexican barberry
Family:  Berberidaceae
Author:  (Moric.)Fedde.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry calcareous soils[67].

Cultivation Notes: Unlike most members of the genus, this species requires a dry, perfectly drained position in full sun, a gritty slightly acid soil is best[200]. It does well in a hot, dry position[167]. Succeeds in a good garden soil[11]. The form in general cultivation in Britain (M. trifoliolata glauca. I.M.Johnst.) comes from the southern part of its range[67], it is only hardy on a sunny wall in this country or as a free-standing shrub in the very mildest areas[3, 11]. The young growth in spring can be damaged by late frosts. A good bee plant[149]. Resistant to honey fungus[88].

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