Dwarf barberry
Mahonia pumila
Family: Berberidaceae
What it is like
A small shrub. It grows 50 cm high. It forms suckers which means it can spread. The leaves have 5-7 spiny leaflets. The leaves are about 15 cm long. The new leaves are light purplish-red. They become grey-green. The flowers are yellow and in small clusters.
Where it is found
It is a warm temperate plant. It suits hardiness zones 7-10.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, North America, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit