Simmondsia chinensis - Jojoba, Goatnut (Plant) Size:15G ) Botany in a Day

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nw Mexico Natural Habitat Sand

Produces masses of white flowers in late spring into early summer

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Simmondsia chinensis - Jojoba, Goatnut (Plant) Size:15G ) Botany in a DayA great shrub for dry areas, especially desert gardens. Female plants produce the highly prized Jojoba oil. Fruit is edible, seeds are an important source of wildlife forage. Plant Characteristics Family Name Simmondsiaceae Species Name Simmondsia chinensis Common Name Jojoba, Goatnut Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months March, April, May