California-Nutmeg (Torreya californica)
California-Nutmeg Species Description
This species is native to North America north of Mexico.
Allergenicity: No allergy has been reported for California-Nutmeg (Torreya californica) species.
Pollination: Occurs in following seasons depending on latitude and elevation: Spring.
Gymnosperm: Any plant such as a conifer whose seeds are not enclosed in an ovary.
Tree: A large plant, not exactly defined, but typically over four meters in height, a single trunk which grows in girth with age and branches (which also grow in circumference with age).
Perennial: Living for many years.
Woody Stem: Non-herbaceous. Lignified.
Evergreen: Retaining leaves throughout the year including changing seasons.
California-Nutmeg Species Usage
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