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Laurel Sumac

Malosma laurina

Description:

Laurel Sumac is a shrub that can grow up to 15 feet tall. It has taco shaped leaves that give it its nickname: "the taco plant." It's leaves are filled with volatile compounds, which give them their distinct fragrance. It's stems are a deep red color, and stay that way all year long.

Habitat:

Laurel Sumac is found in chaparral, near coastal sage, and oak woodlands.

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Spotted by a stud ent at Viewpoint School

Calabasas, California, USA

Spotted on Sep 24, 2013
Submitted on Oct 14, 2013

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