California Bay Umbellularia californica
Location: Las Palmas Ave just south of Mission Blvd. District: Mission San Jose Native to: Local Tree type: flowering Leaf retention: evergreen
Comments: Evergreen, native to California and Oregon cast ranges. Can grow to 75' high and over 100' wide. Leaves are powerfully aromatic. Its wood is heavy and has beautifully figured grain for craft objects such as vases, trays, bowls and pins.
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To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.
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Illustration by Philip Eaker |
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