 | Smooth Mountain Mahogany, Mountain Mahogany, True Mountain Mahogany Cercocarpus montanus var. glaber Rosaceae Smooth mountain mahogany is distinguished from other Cercocarpus by its smooth, almost hairless leaves. It is also the tallest of all the Texas species. It grows on steep limestone cliffs on the Edwards Plateau and southern Trans-Pecos, occurring singly or in drifts. Plant Habit or Use: large shrub small tree Exposure: sun partial sun Flower Color: White to yellowish, singly or clusters of 3 Blooming Period: spring Fruit Characteristics: brown, slender, leathery, with whitish plume-like tail at tip Height: to 20 ft. Width: to 20 ft. Plant Character: evergreen Heat Tolerance: very high Water Requirements: low Soil Requirements: adaptable Additional Comments:
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