Description
Xylosma nervosa (also called Nervous Xylosma, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the western United States and Mexico. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, deserts, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Xylosma nervosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.