quercus berberidifolia leaf - santa monica mtns - 013124

scrub oak quercus berberidifolia fagaceae texture intricate perennial shrub green brown winter leaf season stem twig blade branch foliage santa monica mountains transverse ranges forest topanga angeles county chaparral vegetation leaves outside california conservation tranquility ecosystem nature indigenous native plants peaceful environment biodiversity botany natural beauty life gratitude hiking love wild inspiration travel learning history discovery exploration