Xylococcus sp.
Family: Ericaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Xylococcus sp. is a native California perennial in the Ericaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Arctostaphylos: Xylococcus leaves have margins rolled tightly under; Arctostaphylos leaves are flat.; vs Comarostaphylis: Xylococcus fruits are dry and hard; Comarostaphylis fruits are juicy drupes.; vs Frangula: Xylococcus has urn-shaped flowers and rolled leaf margins; Frangula has small star flowers and flat leaves.; vs Rhus: Xylococcus has simple leaves with rolled margins; Rhus has compound pinnate leaves.; vs Rhamnus: Xylococcus has urn-shaped flowers and rolled leaf margins; Rhamnus has tiny star flowers and flat leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Xylococcus sp. native to California?
Yes. Xylococcus sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Xylococcus sp. belong to?
Xylococcus sp. is in the Ericaceae family, genus Xylococcus.
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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