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Coast Live Oak
Papyrus, Egyptian Paper Reed
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Coast Live Oak

Common name: Coast Live Oak
Botanical name: Quercus agrifolia

The Coast Live Oak is an evergreen, round-headed tree with regal bearing. It can reach 25'-80' high and 25-40' wide and grows very well from the coastal areas to the interior valleys. Strong herculean branches adorn mature trees casting much appreciated summer shade. It attracts wildlife in droves.

Papyrus, Egyptian Paper Reed

Common name: Papyrus, Egyptian Paper Reed
Botanical name: Cyperus papyrus

This tall, subtropical perennial bears clusters of filmy, narrow, thread-like leaflets on stalks to 6-8' tall. This plant requires average to heavy watering, and must be protected from hard frost. It makes an outstanding container plant and is striking when used with cut flowers. The plant should be grown in sun to part shade and will tolerate standing water.