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| Scientific Name | Berberis trifoliolata (Mahonia trifoliolata) | USDA PLANTS Symbol | MATR3 |
| Common Name | Agarita | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 18836 |
| Family | Berberidaceae (Barberry) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Habitat: Dry, rocky areas on hillsides, flatlands, thickets and open woods. Plant: Shrub 3 to 6 feet tall, or more; rigid spreading or upright branches. Leaves: Grey-green, leathery stout ternate (trifoliate) leaves; leaflets elliptic to lanceolate overall, with 1 to 3 (or more) lobes with very sharp teeth/points; pointed, sharp tip. Inflorescence: Clusters of fragrant small blossoms with 6 red/orange-tinged yellow sepals, 6 yellow petals and 6 stamens. Bloom Period: February to April. Fruit: Bright red berries 1/4-inch diameter. References: "Wildflowers of the Texas Hill Country" by Marshall Enquist, "Manual of the Vascular Plants of Texas" by Correll and Johnston, and Flora of North America. |
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Texas Status: Native |
