Reaction ranges from neutral to moderately alkaline. The matrix ranges from noneffervescent to strongly effervescent. Pitted concretions of calcium carbonate range from none to common. A 2C horizon is present in some pedons at a depth of 60 to more than 80 inches. Colors are in shades of red, brown or gray and some pedons contain redox concentrations of various hues.
Texture is clay or clay loam.
Some pedons contain few mica flakes in the lower part. These are the Francitas , Ganado , and Laewest series in the same family, and the similar League , and Pledger series. Francitas soils have SAR of more than 15 within 40 inches. Ganado soils have mollic colors to a depth greater than 40 inches and are on floodplains. Laewest soils have more amplitude of waviness and are dry in the moisture control section for slightly longer periods.