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Fig. 61. Desert serviceberry (Amelanchier Covillei). 



Spring and Fall. The small apple-iike fruits were utilized by the Indians, 

 hence the common name, squaw-apple. 



Occurrence. — mesa verde, 7,000 to 8,000 feet: northwest of park headquarters; 

 east edge of Chapin Mesa near Far View House; north end of park. ZION : trail be- 

 tween East Rim ranger cabin and Observation Point. 



Cherry, Chokecherry, Peach, Plum (Prunus L.) 

 Field Guide to the Species 



Leaves oblong to lance-shaped or egg-shaped, 1 to 4 inches long; branchlets without 

 spine-tips. 



