Baccharis salicifolia
$8.18 – $14.30
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Mule fat
This deciduous perennial shrub is fairly drought-tolerant, and exhibits rapid growth to 8-10′ tall.
Mulefat grows in dry rocky arroyos with an upright open form. It sprouts suckers, forming a graceful thicket which can provide good cover for birds.
Excellent screening replacement plant for Oleander.
Good for habitat gardens as both cover and food for birds and insects.
Sun: Full sun
Water: Dry, Light, Moderate, High
Soil: Loam, Sand, Rocky
Other: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Drought Tolerant
| Ecological Value | The sheer number of flowers on this plant make it a great for wildlife, attracting many predatory and other beneficial insects to its plentiful nectar sources. |
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| Container | D-16-O, D-40-O, D-40SO, TB2, TP4-O, D-16, D-16S, D-40, D-40S, Stub |
| Historical Uses | Documented herbal uses include a dermatological aid, a hair wash solution to prevent baldness and encourage hair growth, an eyewash, a female hygienic agent. |
| Distribution | From Baja CA to central CA |
| Elevation | Between 0 and 1500 feet |
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| Habitat | Streamside in valleys and foothills |
