Adenostoma fasciculatum , Chamise full shade A rare and endangered pine

A rare and endangered pine

or some sort of artificial light

- Drought tolerant

The leaves are used medicinally to reduce swelling

nearly thornless plant makes a great espalier

Adenostoma fasciculatum , Chamise full shade A rare and endangered pineAdenostoma fasciculatum , Chamise A slow growing member of the rose family that is native northern Baja California. It can reach up to thirteen feet tall and eight feet wide. White flowers bloom in the spring through summer. Caution flammable, leaves are shiny with flammable oils, especially in warmer weather. It is said to be highly flammable but can be kept fire resistant by occasional watering. Plant with: Deerweed, Thick leaved Yerba Santa, Toyon,