Cercocarpus betuloides (Birchleaf Mountain Mahogany)

Cercocarpus betuloides, commonly known as Birchleaf Mountain Mahogany, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the western United States. It belongs to the Rosaceae family and is characterized by its birch-like leaves and smooth, gray bark. The plant produces small, fluffy white flowers in clusters during the spring, followed by small, winged seeds. Birchleaf Mountain Mahogany is drought-tolerant and thrives in well-drained soil. It typically reaches a height of 6-12 feet and has a spread of 4-8 feet.