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La Cruz manzanita
Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos cruzensis
Family: Ericaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Arctostaphylos cruzensis: La Cruz Manzanita
Arctostaphylos cruzensis, a member of the Heath family (Ericaceae), is a captivating shrub known by the common names La Cruz manzanita and Arroyo de la Cruz manzanita.
Considerations for Pets
- This manzanita has smooth dark red stems.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos cruzensis J.B. Roof
- Family: Ericaceae (Heath family)
- Genus: Arctostaphylos Adans. (bearberry, manzanitas)
- Common Names: La Cruz manzanita, Arroyo de la Cruz manzanita
Distribution and Habitat
- Arctostaphylos cruzensis is native to California and is endemic to the coastal areas of Central California, specifically from northwest San Luis Obispo County to Southern Monterey County.
- It thrives on beaches and bluffs.
Morphology and Growth Habits
- This species is a low-growing shrub that typically reaches a height of 2 to 3 feet and a width of 4 to 5 feet.
- It has auriculate leaves that appear gray.
Ecological Role
- Arctostaphylos cruzensis is listed in the CNPS Inventory of Rare and Endangered Plants on list 1B.2 (rare, threatened, or endangered in California).
Additional Information
- It is rarely seen in nurseries.
- This endangered manzanita makes an excellent plant.
Further Resources
- CNPS Inventory of Rare and Endangered Plants
- Discover Life