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Wildflowers of the Stuttgart Area

Mahonia aquifolium

Family : BERBERIDACEAE (Barberry Family)
Common Name (UK) : Oregon-grape
Common Name (DE) : Gewöhnliche Mahonie
Common Name (FR) : Mahonia à feuilles de houx
Habitat :
Remarks : This genus is named after the American botonist Bernard Mc Mahon. The plant is native to the American West, it's used as an ornamental shrub in Europe.
First appearing : April
Abundance :

  • Photo Date : April 9, 2004
  • Location : Near intersection of Geisseichstrasse and Wildermuthweg on the way to the Birkenkopf parking lot.