Rhus microphylla Engelm.

Habitat view. large shrub in fruit with Mariola (Parthenium incanum), Ocotillo, on volcanic outwash bajada. Edible berries (outer pulp) were important food source for both Native Americans and wildlife. Makes a refreshing lemonade-like drink as well.

large shrub on volcanic alluvial outwash bajada. Edible berries (outer pulp) were important food source for both Native Americans and wildlife. Makes a refreshing lemonade-like drink as well.

large shrub on volcanic alluvial outwash bajada. Edible berries (outer pulp) were important food source for both Native Americans and wildlife. Makes a refreshing lemonade-like drink as well.

granitic soils on low mountain pass

granitic soils on low mountain pass

granitic soils on low mountain pass

silty soils of low drainage swale along east side of Jicarilla Mts.