Wartleaf ceanothus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Wartleaf ceanothus |
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Ceanothus
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papillosus
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The Ceanothus papillosus, also known as the wartleaf ceanothus, is a special type of plant. It belongs to the Ceanothus family. This plant grows only in California, which means it is endemic there. You can find it in open areas on the sides of coastal mountains. It likes places like woodlands and chaparral (a type of shrubland).
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What Does the Wartleaf Ceanothus Look Like?
This plant has leaves that stay green all year round. They are often grouped closely together. Each leaf is shaped like a long rectangle and has small, bumpy dots on it. The edges of the leaves usually curl under. They also have tiny hairs that produce a sticky substance.
Flowers and Fruit
The wartleaf ceanothus produces beautiful bright blue flowers. These flowers grow in groups, forming a cluster called an inflorescence. After the flowers, the plant grows small fruits. Each fruit is a bumpy capsule. It is only about 3 millimeters long.
Where Does It Grow?
The wartleaf ceanothus is found only in California. It grows on the slopes of coastal mountain ranges. These areas include woodlands and chaparral habitats. It prefers open spaces where it can get plenty of sunlight.
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