Morella californica - Pacific Wax Myrtle, California Wax Myrtle (Plant) Size:1G Amy Stewart explores the dizzying

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Cold Hardy to 25 degrees F Distribution Western slopes of San Pedro Martir

northern Mojave Desert (Inyo Co)

nw Baja CA Natural Habitat Rocky slopes

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Morella californica - Pacific Wax Myrtle, California Wax Myrtle (Plant) Size:1G Amy Stewart explores the dizzyingRecommended as a fast growing hedge or small tree. Leaves are fragrant. Roots are nitrogen fixing. Does best on coast in part sun. Inland give extra water and more shade. Plant Characteristics Family Name Myricaceae Species Name Morella californica Common Name Pacific Wax Myrtle, California Wax Myrtle Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Any Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months