Juniperus scopulorum “Rocky Mountain Juniper” Cupressaceae
Salmon-Challis National Forest, ID
March 19, 2015
Robert Niese
Recent genetic evidence suggests that the Puget Sound populations of Juniperus scopulorum are actually a separate species (J. maritimus), although the two are nearly impossible to distinguish morphologically. The berries of both species are not particularly palatable, but make a good laxative.
Northwest Naturalist 