Mahonia gracilis
| Mahonia gracilis | |
| Light: |  |
| Moisture: |   |
| Hardiness: | 8 |
| Soil pH: | 5.6-8.4 |
| Evergreen | |
| Height: | 5' |
| Blooms: | Late Winter-Early Spring |
| Native to: | |
| Edible Rating: |  |
| Tea: | Yes |
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Mahonia gracilis (common name: mexican barberry)
Propagation: Seed
Cultivation: Unlike most members of this genus, this species requires a dry, well-drained soil in a shady position[1]. It requires a position sheltered from strong or cold winds[2].
Plants are only hardy in the milder areas of the country, tolerating temperatures down to about -5°c when fully dormant[1]. The young growth in spring can be damaged by late frosts.
Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus.
Plants in this genus are resistant to honey fungus[3].
Range: South-western N. America - Mexico.
Habitat: Dry ravines in open pine forests in limestone soils[1].
Edibility: The fruit of all members of the genus is edible either raw or cooked, though we do not know the quality of this species[K]. The ovoid fruit is produced in racemes and is up to 12mm long[4].
Pollinators: Insects
Soil: Can grow in light, medium, and heavy soils.
Drainage: Prefers well drained soil.
In Leaf: Evergreen
Flower Type: Hermaphrodite
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Phillips, Roger and Martyn Rix. Conservatory and Indoor Plants Volumes 1 & 2. Pan Books, London, 1998.
- ↑ Davis, Brian. Climbers and Wall Shrubs. Viking, 1990.
- ↑ RHS. The Garden Volume 112. Royal Horticultural Society, 1987.
- ↑ Huxley, Anthony. The New Royal Horticultural Society Dictionary of Gardening. MacMillan Press, 1992.