Leucothoe sp.
Family: Ericaceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Leucothoe sp. is a native California shrub in the Ericaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Rhododendron: Leucothoe has flowers in drooping racemes; Rhododendron has flowers in terminal rounded clusters.; vs Menziesia: Leucothoe has flowers in elongated racemes; Menziesia has solitary or few clustered flowers.; vs Phyllodoce: Leucothoe has broad spreading leaves 15-80mm; Phyllodoce has needle leaves under 5mm.; vs Kalmia: Leucothoe has simple urn flowers in racemes; Kalmia has cup flowers with anther pockets.; vs Cassiope: Leucothoe has large spreading leaves; Cassiope has tiny boat-shaped leaves pressed to stem.
Frequently asked questions
Is Leucothoe sp. native to California?
Yes. Leucothoe sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Leucothoe sp. belong to?
Leucothoe sp. is in the Ericaceae family, genus Leucothoe.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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