As the name implies, it is mainly in numerous California habitats, although its range also extends through most of
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The species is listed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature as least concern, and not considered globally threatened. However, one of the southernmost populations, formerly on Guadalupe … See more

J. californica provides food and shelter for a variety of native species, such as turkeys, deer, and many others. However, as the species matures, it becomes too tall to provide adequate food and shelter for deer and other g… See more

The plant was used as a traditional Native American medicinal plant, and as a food source, by the indigenous peoples of California, including the Cahuilla people, Kumeyaay people (Diegueno), Serrano, and Ohlone peo… See more

• Adams, Robert P. (1993): 10. Juniperus californica. In: Flora of North America Editorial Committee (eds.): Flora of North America North of Mexico vol. 2.
• Adams, Robert P. (2004): Junipers of the World: The Genu… See more

• Calflora Database: Juniperus californica (California juniper)
• Gymnosperm Database: Juniperus californica
• Juniperus californica — UC Photos gallery… See more