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Eastwood's manzanita
Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. glandulosa
Family: Ericaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Eastwood's Manzanita (Arctostaphylos glandulosa)
Arctostaphylos glandulosa, commonly known as Eastwood's manzanita, is a diverse and widespread shrub found primarily in California's coastal mountains and chaparral regions. It belongs to the genus Arctostaphylos.
Considerations for Pets
- This evergreen bush has red-brown stems.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos glandulosa
- Common Name: Eastwood's manzanita
- Family: Ericaceae (Heath Family)
- Synonyms/Subspecies:
- Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. adamsii (Munz) Munz – Adams' manzanita
- Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. crassifolia – Costa Baja manzanita, Del Mar
- Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. glandulosa
- Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. glaucomollis
- Arctostaphylos glandulosa ssp. mollis
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the coastal slopes of western North America, ranging from Oregon to southern California.
- Common in California's coastal mountains and chaparral-covered areas.
Morphology and Growth
- Typically grows to about 4 feet tall, but can reach 4-7 feet.
- Spreading habit, with roots that can spread to 10 feet wide.
- Has crooked, smooth, reddish stems.
- Leaves are gray, approximately 1 1/2 inches long.
- Evergreen shrub.
Ecological Role
- It is described as an important food source for wildlife in southern California.
Further Information
- California Academy of Sciences
- The Watershed Nursery: www.thewatershednursery.com
- CalPhotos