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| Scientific Name | Cephalanthus occidentalis | USDA PLANTS Symbol | CEOC2 |
| Common Name | Buttonbush | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 34786 |
| Family | Rubiaceae (Madder) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Habitat: Wet areas along streams, ponds and lakes. Plant: Tall, bushy, much-branched shrub 6 to 12 feet tall. Leaves: Highly variable, ovate to narrowly-lanceolate, opposite or whorled in groups of 3 leaflets; up to 6 inches long; petioles 1/8 to 1-inch long; surfaces smooth or slightly hairy. Inflorescence: Small white flowers in ball-shaped clusters with prominent pistils, turning into reddish globes in fall. Bloom Period: June to September. References: "Wildflowers of the Texas Hill Country" by Marshall Enquist. |
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Texas Status: Native |
