This distinctive little plant with its holly-like leaves is Creeping Barberry, also called Oregon Grape (
Mahonia repens). It's in the Barberry Family (Berberidaceae), a family with 15 genera and 450 species.
In this photo, the flowers still haven't opened, but their bright yellow color still makes them easily observable. Later in the season, dark purple fruits will form.
Here is a photo a couple weeks later with the flowers open. They certainly become a more vibrant yellow.
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This distinctive little plant with its holly-like leaves is Creeping Barberry, also called Oregon Grape (Mahonia repens). It's in the Barberry Family (Berberidaceae), a family with 15 genera and 450 species.
In this photo, the flowers still haven't opened, but their bright yellow color still makes them easily observable. Later in the season, dark purple fruits will form.
Here is a photo a couple weeks later with the flowers open. They certainly become a more vibrant yellow.
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