Ceanothus fresnensis

Ceanothus fresnensis is a species of shrub in the family Rhamnaceae known by the common name Fresno mat. It is endemic to California, where it grows in central sections of the Sierra [Nevada (U.S.)|Sierra Nevada] and its foothills. Its habitat includes dry woodland and coniferous forest.

Description

This is a flat, spreading shrub forming mats approaching 6 meters in maximum width. The stems are reddish brown and send down roots at nodes. The evergreen leaves are oppositely arranged and generally under 2 centimeters long. They are oval and have smooth edges but sometimes have a few teeth or notches at the tips. The inflorescence is a small cluster of pale to bright blue flowers. The fruit is a horned capsule about half a centimeter long.