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Common Name: Blackbrush
Scientific Name: Coleogyne ramosissima
Native / Introduced: Native
Main Uses: 
~Revegetation in arid regions
Height: 1 - 5 feet
Colors: Green
Flowering Season: Summer
Elevation: 2,500 – 8,000 ft.
Soil Types: Well drained medium to coarse textured
Tolerances: Drought
Sun or Shade: Full sun
Minimum Precipitation: 4.5 - 11 inches
Lifecycle: Perennial
Estimated Seeds Per Pound: 21,000
Optimal Planting Season: Fall
Planting Depth: 1/2 - 3/4 inch
Stratification Requirements: Yes
Category: Shrub
 
Description:
Blackbrush is an evergreen shrub that also exhibits drought-deciduous characteristics. It primarily thrives in the transition zone between the Mojave and Great Basin deserts and is often the dominant shrub along the western border of the Sonoran Desert. This resilient shrub is typically found at elevations ranging from 2,500 to 8,000 feet and is commonly found in areas with precipitation zones spanning from 4.5 to 11 inches. It prefers well-drained soils with medium to coarse textures.
 
In terms of its ecological significance, Blackbrush holds a small but notable value as forage, providing food and cover for wildlife in its habitat. Additionally, it is recognized for its importance in the revegetation of adapted sites, making it a valuable resource for land restoration and conservation efforts in its native regions.
 
Resources:
NRCS Profile: https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=CORA
 
Photo Credit:Patrick Alexander