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madrona

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Also known as: Arbutus menziesii, Oregon laurel, Pacific madrona, laurelwood

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In arbutus: Major species
Variously known as madrona, Pacific madrona, laurelwood, and Oregon laurel, A. menziesii occurs in western North America from British Columbia to California. It grows about 23 metres (75 feet) tall. The dark oblong glossy leaves are 5–15 cm (2–6 inches) long and are coloured grayish green beneath. The…
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