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Toyon

Heteromeles arbutifolia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Rosales ›Family: Rosaceae ›Genus: Heteromeles

About

Heteromeles arbutifolia (/ˌhɛtɪroʊˈmiːliːz ɑːrˌbjuːtɪˈfoʊliə/; more commonly /ˌhɛtəˈrɒməliːz/ by Californian botanists), commonly known as toyon, is a common perennial shrub native to extreme southwest Oregon, California, Baja California, and British Columbia. It is the sole species in the genus Heteromeles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Toyon?
The scientific name of Toyon is Heteromeles arbutifolia.
What kingdom does Toyon belong to?
Toyon belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Toyon belong to?
Toyon belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Toyon belong to?
Toyon belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Toyon belong to?
Toyon belongs to the order Rosales.
What family does Toyon belong to?
Toyon belongs to the family Rosaceae.
What genus does Toyon belong to?
Toyon belongs to the genus Heteromeles.