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Eastwood's manzanita

Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos glandulosa

Family: Ericaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Eastwood's Manzanita (Arctostaphylos glandulosa)

Eastwood's Manzanita, scientifically known as Arctostaphylos glandulosa, is a fascinating evergreen shrub found primarily in California's coastal regions. It's known for its resilience and variability, making it a subject of ongoing botanical interest.

Considerations for Pets

  • This manzanita has red-brown stems and grows in chaparral. Consider this information if you have pets that spend time in these habitats.

Scientific Classification

  • Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos glandulosa
  • Family: Ericaceae (Heath Family)
  • Genus: Arctostaphylos

Common Names

  • Eastwood's Manzanita

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Synonyms: Mentions the historical use of "Eastw." when citing species, such as *Arctostaphylos bakeri Eastw.*
  • Subspecies include:
    • Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. adamsii (Munz) Munz – Adams’ Manzanita
    • Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. crassifolia – Costa Baja Manzanita, Del Mar
    • Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. glaucomollis
    • Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. mollis
    • Arctostaphylos tomentosa ssp. eastwoodiana
    • Eastwood's Brittleleaf Manzanita subsp. *rosei*
    • Rose's Manzanita subsp. *insulicola*
    • Island Manzanita subsp. *subcordata*

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the coastal slopes of western North America, particularly California.
  • Found in coastal mountains and chaparral-covered areas of California.
  • Specific locations mentioned include:
    • Palo Corona
    • Point Reyes
    • Southern California
    • Western foothills
    • Guatay, California

Morphological Characteristics

  • Typically an evergreen shrub reaching about 4 to 7 feet in height.
  • Known for its crooked, smooth, reddish stems.
  • Leaves are typically gray and about 1 1/2 inches long.
  • Can spread to 10 feet wide via its roots.
  • Variable in form, ranging from rounded shrubs to more spreading shapes.

Ecological Role

  • An important food source for wildlife in Southern California