Buck Brush
Symphoricarpos occidentalis

Other Common Names: Western snowberry, wolfberry
Bloom Period:  June - August
Bloom Color: Pinkish

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Growth Form: Thicket Forming

Buck Brush is commonly found on hillsides, open woods, river banks, and grassy lowlands.  It is fair forage for cattle and sheep.  Better for deer, elk, and pronghorn.  It can spread in overgrazed pastures.  Grouse and prairie chickens feed on buck brush year round.  Many other wildlife speices  use it for cover, escape and nesting.  The leaves have been used in a liquid form to treat eye irritation