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🌱 Mahonia aquifolium — Oregon Grape, Holly Leaved Berberry, Holly Fruit Vine

Mahonia aquifolium is a species of seed, belonging to the Barberry family (Berberidaceae). This evergreen shrub is a great choice for those looking for a low-maintenance, ornamental plant with edible fruits.

🌿 Botanical Description

Mahonia aquifolium is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m high, forming thickets due to the overgrowth of root offspring. The bark on young shoots is pinkish-gray, on old ones — brown-gray, with longitudinal stripes. The leaves are compound, non-pinnate, 5-9 leaflets, up to 15-20 cm long, with a depressed network of veins. The flowers are about 8 mm in diameter, collected in multi-flowered panicles or brushes in the axils of the outer scales of the apical bud, light yellow, bright, often with a lemon tint. The berries are oblong-elliptical, up to 10 mm long, up to 8 mm wide, bluish-black, with an abundant bluish bloom, covered with down, with 2-8 seeds.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in the spring or fall, after stratification for 30-60 days.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, germination time: 1-3 months.
• Soil type: well-drained, pH: 6.0-7.0.
• Watering: moderate, fertilization: balanced.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-9, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Mahonia aquifolium is native to the Pacific Northwest region of North America, growing in woodland edges, rocky outcrops, and along streams. It thrives in moist, well-drained soils and partial shade to full sun.

✨ Interesting Facts

Mahonia aquifolium has been used by indigenous peoples for centuries for its medicinal and culinary properties. The berries are sweet and sour, can be used in confectionery production and for tinting wines. The plant is also a good early spring honey plant.