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Arbutus texana Texas madrone Evergreen tree (1 Page of 5) The Arbutus texana plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Texas to New Mexico and south to Mexico. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Texas madrone. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. xalapensis. non H.B.K.. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Arbutus texana Common Name: Texas madrone Family: Ericaceae Author: Buckley. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 8 Mature Width: Habitat: Dry limestone hills[82]. Chaparral and somewhat humid oak forests[181].
Medicinal Information: The bitter principles in the bark and leaves can be used as an astringent[229].
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