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(Bay Laurel)
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ferruginea
(Rusty Menziesia )
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(Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac)
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integrifolia
(Lemonade Berry )
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trilobata
(Skunkbush Sumac )
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rubiginosa
(Sweetbriar Rose )
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japonica
(Japanese Skimmia)
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lanceolata
(Mountain Pepper)
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