ExplorePlants

Pacific madrone

Arbutus menziesii

The Pacific madrone is a beautiful tree with smooth, reddish bark and shiny green leaves. It grows in coastal areas and can be found in forests, making it a special part of nature.

Habitat: Coastal areas

Appearance

The Pacific madrone has striking cinnamon-red bark that peels in thin strips, revealing a smooth, greenish underlayer. It boasts leathery, dark green evergreen leaves and clusters of small, white, bell-shaped flowers that later turn into bright orange-red berries.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderEricalesFamilyEricaceaeGenusArbutus
Pacific madrone
broadleaf_tree trait badgeevergreen trait badgefruit_bearing trait badgeedible trait badge
Pacific madrone

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

Be the first to snap!

Interesting facts

Its bark peels away like paper, revealing a smooth, cool new reddish skin!

Its wood is so incredibly dense and heavy, it actually sinks in water!

Madrone trees can live for over 200 years, becoming ancient giants in the forest!

The beautiful red berries are a favorite snack for many hungry birds and even bears!

Special abilities

Ability

Renewing Skin

Pacific madrone can shed its old bark to reveal smooth, photosynthetic new bark, helping it grow and shed pests.

Ability

Drought Fighter

Pacific madrone has super deep roots that help it reach water deep underground, allowing it to survive dry spells.

Ability

Year-Round Green

Pacific madrone has tough evergreen leaves that stay green all year, letting it make food even in winter.

Measurements & details

Height
1000-2500 cm
Spread
300-1000 cm
Flower Size
0.5-0.7 cm
Bloom Season
Spring to early summer
Edible
No
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

eaten by

American Robin

Turdus migratorius

Feeds on sweet red berries.

eaten by

American Black Bear

Ursus americanus

Enjoys eating the madrone berries.

pollinates

European Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Collects nectar from white flowers.

eaten by

Western Bluebird

Sialia mexicana

Consumes madrone berries in winter.

Traits

Also known as

No aliases listed yet.

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always look but don't touch the bark; it can be delicate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Pacific madrone?

1000-2500 cm

How wide does Pacific madrone spread?

300-1000 cm

How big are the flowers on Pacific madrone?

0.5-0.7 cm

When does Pacific madrone bloom?

Spring to early summer

Is Pacific madrone edible?

No

Is Pacific madrone toxic?

Mild

What is Pacific madrone's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Pacific madrone pollinated?

Insect

Snap Map

Zoom in to split clusters and explore where this object has been snapped.

Loading map…

Recent Snaps

Recent snaps will appear here as new observations are added.

Where to spot

More Plants