Umbellularia sp.
California bay, california laurel, pepperwood, Pepperwood
Family: Lauraceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Umbellularia sp. (California bay) is a native California shrub in the Lauraceae family.
Frequently asked questions
Is Umbellularia sp. native to California?
Yes. Umbellularia sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Umbellularia sp. belong to?
Umbellularia sp. is in the Lauraceae family, genus Umbellularia.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
Data from The California Species Project — 14,000+ California species with verified data from CNPS, CDFW, USFWS, Cal-IPC, and more.