Myrica sp.
Family: Myricaceae · Type: Shrub · Variable; species dependent
Myrica sp. is a non-native California shrub in the Myricaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Heteromeles: Toyon is evergreen with toothed leaves; Myrica is deciduous with smooth-edged leaves; vs Salix: Willow has lance-shaped leaves and fuzzy catkins; Myrica has broader leaves and waxy fruits; vs Morella: Coastal Morella has glossy evergreen leaves; inland Myrica has dull deciduous leaves
Frequently asked questions
Is Myrica sp. native to California?
No. Myrica sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Myrica sp. belong to?
Myrica sp. is in the Myricaceae family, genus Myrica.
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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