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| Javalina Bush, Javalina-brush, Little Buckthorn, Abrojo, Tecomblate Condalia ericoides (Microrhamnus ericoides) Rhamnaceae Javalinabush is a spiny, densely branching low shrub that is a common component of Chihuahuan desert scrub, being widespread in the Trans-Pecos and west to the Edwards Plateau. It is easily identified by its tiny, dark green, linear leaves that are rolled inward and clustered on short spurs. The bark is gray, and the branchlets end in slender spines, making it effective as a barrier as well as a habitat for wildlife. It can be confused with the genus Castela, but Castela has larger leaves and brilliant red oval fruit. Ericoides refers to the small, heath-like leaves. Plant Habit or Use: small shrub Exposure: sun Flower Color: yellow
Blooming Period: spring Fruit Characteristics: small, oval, reddish-brown to purplish-black drupe Height: 2 to 4 1/2 feet Width: 2 to 4 1/2 feet Plant Character: evergreen Heat Tolerance: very high Water Requirements: Soil Requirements: adaptable Additional Comments:
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