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Jojoba, Goatnut

Simmondsia Chinensis

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Overview

Simmondsia chinensis, commonly known as Jojoba or Goatnut, is a perennial shrub native to Southwestern North America. Adaptable to arid conditions, it reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads 6 to 10 feet wide. Noted for its wax-producing seeds, this dioecious plant requires both male and female specimens for pollination. The dense, leathery foliage and inconspicuous flowers are highly drought-resistant, thriving in well-drained soils under full sun.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Subtropical
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — Jojoba produces inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers; being dioecious; remember to allocate space for its full width
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — resembling a small acorn.<br><br>The plant's slow growth rate makes it easy to maintain in landscapes; remember toJojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — commonly known as Jojoba or Goatnut; noted for its wax-producing seeds, image 57Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — As a landscape architect assistant; noted for its wax-producing seedsJojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — It can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread of 6 to 10 feet; with only females bearing fruitJojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — shrub with white and yellow blooms; with only females bearing fruitJojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — thriving in well-drained soils under full sun+72

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Simmondsiaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — Jojoba produces inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers; being dioecious; remember to allocate space for its full width
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — resembling a small acorn.<br><br>The plant's slow growth rate makes it easy to maintain in landscapes; remember to
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — commonly known as Jojoba or Goatnut; noted for its wax-producing seeds, image 57
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — As a landscape architect assistant; noted for its wax-producing seeds
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — It can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread of 6 to 10 feet; with only females bearing fruit
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — shrub with white and yellow blooms; with only females bearing fruit
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — thriving in well-drained soils under full sun
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — is a perennial shrub native to Southwestern North America; it can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 9b through 11; it can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread of 6 to 10
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — Adaptable to arid conditions, it reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads 6 to 10 feet wide
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — Noted for its wax-producing seeds; remember to allocate space for its full width and height in landscape planning for
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — is a perennial shrub native to Southwestern North America; it can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet, image 58
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — with only females bearing fruit; it can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread of 6 to 10 feet
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — It can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread of 6 to 10 feet
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — oil extracted from the seeds is highly regarded for its cosmetic applications
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — shrub for full; remember to allocate space for its full width and height in landscape planning for a balanced design
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — this dioecious plant requires both male and female specimens for pollination
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — white and yellow flowers in the garden; it can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread of 6 to 10 feet
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — capable of reducing water loss in hot environments.<br><br>During spring; with only females bearing fruit
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — As a landscape architect assistant
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — plants are either male or female; noted for its wax-producing seeds
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — adding an element of interest for clients; remember to allocate space for its full width and height in landscape
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — commonly known as Jojoba or Goatnut
Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — is a perennial shrub native to the desert regions of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico; remember
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