Alderleaf Mountain Mahogany
Silverleaf Mountain Mahogany
Mountain Mahogany

Cercocarpus montanus

Plant type:
Shrub,
Tree
Growing season:
Warm
Cover:
High
Seedling rate:
NA

Soil

Acceptable soil conditions:
Loam,
Sand,
Gravel
Soil Conditions:
Alkaline
CaCO3 tolerant

Location

Min elevation:
3000
Max elevation:
10000
Counties:
Lincoln

Reproduction & Growth

Germination overall:
NA
Germination requirements:
1
Reproduction:
NA
Establishment:
Low
Lifespan:
Long
Survival:
NA

Ecological

Best suited for these site conditions:
Cold
Disturbance
Fire
Low light
Riparian
Best suited for these management goals:
Drought resilience
Erosion control
Forage production
Increased soil health
Wildlife habitat

Additional Information

Warning:
Genetics
Commercial availability:
Available
Notes:
Germination requires moist straticiation, vigorous post fire establishment
Citations:

Gucker 2006

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