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Sonoma manzanita

Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis

Family: Ericaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Sonoma Manzanita: An Overview

The name "Sonoma Manzanita" encompasses several species and cultivars of manzanita, primarily associated with Sonoma County, California. This region appears to be a significant area for manzanita diversity.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some manzanita varieties possess deep red bark, which might attract chewing behavior in some animals.
  • Manzanitas have small leaves, which could potentially be ingested by pets.

Considerations for Children

  • Some manzanita varieties possess deep red bark, which might attract chewing behavior in some children.
  • Manzanitas have small leaves, which could potentially be ingested by children.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Botanical Name: Several Arctostaphylos species are referenced, including:
    • Arctostaphylos 'Sonoma'
    • Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Howard McMinn'
    • Arctostaphylos viscida (Whiteleaf Manzanita)
    • Arctostaphylos columbiana (Hairy Manzanita)
    • Arctostaphylos canescens
  • Common Names:
    • Sonoma Manzanita
    • Howard McMinn Manzanita
    • Vine Hill Manzanita
  • Family: Ericaceae (Heath Family)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies, such as Arctostaphylos canescens subsp. sonomensis
  • Synonyms: Arctostaphylos canescens Eastw. subsp. sonomensis (Eastw.) P.V. Wells

Distribution and Habitat

  • Primarily found in Sonoma County, California.
  • Vine Hill manzanita (Arctostaphylos densiflora) is endemic to a small area within Sonoma County.
  • An unusual association of manzanita occurs on Hood Mountain in Sonoma County.
  • Mentioned in the context of the Sonoma Coast and Sonoma Valley Regional Park.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The flowers are described as large and pink.
  • Foliage is noted as neat, green, and glossy.
  • Some varieties have deep red bark.
  • Can be a small, tidy bush.

Ecological Role

  • Well-suited as a groundcover.
  • Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.

Quirky Facts

  • Manzanita Creek Winery in Kenwood, CA, produces wines noted for their intense flavors. The name suggests a link to the manzanita plant, though the connection isn't explicitly stated.
  • The text highlights the plant's aesthetic appeal, noting its pink flowers make an impression and its use in luxury vacation homes, where "Manzanita" is part of the property's name.