WALLACE W HANSEN

Native Plants of the Northwest
Native Plant Nursery & Gardens

2158 Bower Ct S.E., Salem, Oregon 97317-9216

E-Mail: Wallace W Hansen
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Updated July 04, 2010

This interesting deciduous tree makes a novel addition to the garden.

Found along the Pacific coast from BC to northern California, in USDA zones 7-9, Cascara favors moist locations such as riverbanks.

It often reaches 50’ but sometimes grows as a shrub to only 15.’

The dark green, glossy leaves are highly decorative and stand out against the small, green-white flowers that form in loose clusters.

Birds relish the cherry-like fruit but they are potentially toxic to humans and should be avoided.

In late autumn, the leaves turn a delicate yellow and persist through many a winter storm.

The cured bark is used extensively as a potent laxative.

This tree can be cut down close to the soil line and it usually will re-sprout and form a new tree.

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