Berberis amplectens facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Berberis amplectens |
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Berberis
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amplectens
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Berberis amplectens is a very rare type of shrub. It grows naturally only in a special area of southern California. This area is called the Peninsular Ranges, located east of the city of San Diego.
What Does It Look Like?
This plant is an evergreen shrub. This means it stays green all year round. It can grow up to 1.2 meters (about 4 feet) tall.
Leaves and Berries
Berberis amplectens has special compound leaves. These leaves are made up of several smaller leaflets. A cool fact about its leaves is that they have many tiny teeth along their edges. Some leaflets can have as many as 15 teeth!
The plant also produces pretty dark blue berries.
Why Is It Called Mahonia Sometimes?
Because of its compound leaves, this shrub is sometimes placed in a different group. This group is known as the genus Mahonia. However, scientists usually consider it part of the Berberis genus.
