Description
''Ceanothus perplexans'' is an evergreen shrub that typically grows 1 to 3 meters tall with spreading, intricately branched stems. Its leaves are a defining characteristic: small, thick, leathery, and oppositely arranged, with distinct cupped leaves that give the plant its common name. In spring, it produces clusters of white or pale blue flowers.Taxonomy
''Ceanothus perplexans'' is classified within the subgenus '' Cerastes'' of the genus ''Habitat and ecology
''Ceanothus perplexans'' is found in chaparral and desert scrub communities of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky slopes and canyons at elevations between 300 and 2100 meters.Soil preference
It tolerates poor, well-drained soils including rocky or sandy substrates of a neutral to slightly alkaline pH.Drought tolerance
As a drought-tolerant species, it requires little supplemental water once established.Conservation status
''Ceanothus perplexans'' is not considered threatened or endangered, having a relatively wide distribution. However, habitat loss and fragmentation due to development and agriculture can pose potential threats in certain parts of its range.References
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