Aquilegia eximia, Van Houtte's Columbine Shrub Japanese steel is hard and

Japanese steel is hard and sharp

Leaves may be used (fresh or dried) in a variety of cooking applications such as stews

Blue Paloverde (Parkinsonia florida)

the bacteria Xylella fastidosa clogs the vascular tissue

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Aquilegia eximia, Van Houtte's Columbine Shrub Japanese steel is hard andAquilegia eximia, Van Houtte's Columbine A California Native perennial that can reach a height of up to five feet. Orange red flowers bloom in the spring through summer. It can be found in moist forests along the California coast. Best in shade and part shade Does well in clay soil Attracts butterflies and birds Native to California`