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Laurel Sumac

Malosma laurina

Photo by science571
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Field Notes

Description:

Has taco like leaves that help hold water in and also it can help get sunlight. Waxy leaves is a fire/drought adaptation that allows water to be held in and fire will take longer to burn through it.

Habitat:

I found it in a dry area with a small source of water.

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