Plant Description
Frangula purshiana
Cascara is a tall shrub or small tree with smooth, silvery bark and glossy, green leaves. Previously known by the scientific name Rhamnus purshiana.
A branch of a Cascara tree, with small green berries.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height at 20 yrs | 15 ft |
| Mature Height | 40 ft |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Moderate |
| Drought Tolerance | Moderate |
| Deer Browse | Yes |
| Wildlife Value | High |
| Timber Value | No |
| Resprout Ability | Likely to resprout |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 4-9 |
| Flower Color | White or Green |
| Bloom Time | April-June |
| Habitat |
Woodlands, streambanks, riparian areas |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Tracheophytes |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Genus | Frangula |
| Species | F. purshiana |
