Simmondsia chinensis - Jojoba, Goatnut (Plant) garden design and micro fungi

and micro fungi

and vernal pools―demonstrating along the way how geology shapes plant life

Caution: may be toxic

Can be difficult in inland southern California gardens

n Baja CA Natural Habitat Groves

Simmondsia chinensis - Jojoba, Goatnut (Plant) garden design and micro fungiA great shrub for dry areas, especially desert gardens. Female plants produce the highly prized Jojoba oil. Fruit is edible, seeds are an important source of wildlife forage. Plant Characteristics Family Name Simmondsiaceae Species Name Simmondsia chinensis Common Name Jojoba, Goatnut Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months March, April, May