Scientific Name: Celtis pallida
? Evergreen shrub native to the Sonoran Desert
? Many birds and small mammals feed on the berries; deer and jackrabbits eat the leaves.
? This is a good place for ground dwelling animals and birds to nest.
? Migrating warblers can be found here.
? In August the orange berries ripen.
? Grows from 3-10 ft. tall.
? Has medium green leaves that are intricately branched.

Photo: Taken at Jewel of the Creek, Cave Creek on September 29, 2007.

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