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     Douglas county conservation district

serving landowners in Douglas County, Colorado for over 50 years

                                Box 688, 7519 E. Hwy 86, Franktown, CO 80116, 303-688-3042 ext. 100

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Mountain Mahogany
Cercocarpus montanus           

Wildlife Value

Very important browse for big game.  Seed valuable for small game birds and mammals.  Native to western North America.

Growth form irregular
Crown density dense
Size 6' high
5' spread
Drought
resistance		 excellent
Cold hardiness good
Growth rate moderate
Life span moderate
Elevation
range		 to 9,000 feet
Soil
conditions		 tolerates alkaline; well-drained
Possible insect
problems		 tent caterpillars
Possible disease 
problems		 unimportant
Wildlife value high: big game browse; cover for small game birds and mammals
Seasonal color not conspicuous
Miscellany native; seed showy in fall