Utah juniper Cupressaceae Juniperus osteosperma (Torr.) Little   symbol: JUOS
	Leaf: Evergreen, scale-like, most are tight to the twig in opposite pairs resulting in a slightly square twig, on vigorous shoots a few are awl-like and point away from the twig, no gland so leaves typically lack any resin; yellow-green. Flower: Usually monecious; males are small pale yellow in large clusters at ends of twigs; females are small, round pale green. Fruit: Berry-like cones, round, 1/4 to 1/2 inch in diameter, bluish glaucous when young but turning reddish brown and dry when mature, usually 2 seeds per cone (may have 1), mature in two growing seasons. Twig: Slender, initially covered with tight, yellow-green, scale-like leaves and somewhat angular, later turning reddish brown. Bark: Gray with very irregular furrows and scaly ridges; stays rather thin. Form: Small, shrubby tree or large bush up to 25 feet tall; typically branches low and develops a rounded crown.
	USDAFS Additional Silvics - USDA Plants Database Juniperus osteosperma is native to North America. Range may be expanded by planting. See states reporting Utah juniper (opens a new window).