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Hearst's manzanita

Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos hookeri ssp. hearstiorum

Family: Ericaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: CA (Hearst's manzanita)

       

Hearst's Manzanita (Arctostaphylos hookeri ssp. hearstiorum)

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that Manzanita berries have been traditionally used to make drinks. While this doesn't inherently indicate toxicity, it is important to prevent pets from consuming any part of the plant, especially if they have sensitive digestive systems or allergies.

Considerations for Children

  • Similar to pets, children should be discouraged from consuming any part of the plant, including the berries, even if traditionally used for drinks.

Hearst's Manzanita, scientifically known as Arctostaphylos hookeri subsp. hearstiorum, is a rare and attractive low-growing evergreen shrub also referred to as Hearst's Manzanita.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos hookeri subsp. hearstiorum
  • Common Name: Hearst's Manzanita
  • Synonyms:
    • Arctostaphylos hearstiorum (implied based on text referring to this name).
  • Taxonomic Notes: The text includes variations like Arctostaphylos hookeri G. Don subsp. hearstiorum (Hoover & J.B. Roof) P.V. Wells, indicating different taxonomic classifications and authorship attributions over time.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Hearst's Manzanita is native to Central California, particularly the Central Coast region and specifically San Luis Obispo County.
  • It can be observed at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden.
  • Notably, occurrences are documented on the Hearst Ranch.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Hearst's Manzanita is described as a low-growing or prostrate, mat-like shrub that can root at nodes.
  • It is an evergreen shrub in the heath family (Ericaceae).

Traditional Uses

  • Historically, the juice from Manzanita berries has been used to create drinks and condiments.

Conservation Status

  • Hearst's Manzanita is considered rare and endangered.
  • It is listed as State Endangered.

Further Information

  • More information about Hearst's Manzanita can be found on Garden Guides.
  • The Encyclopedia of Life also provides information and articles.
  • UC Berkeley's Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology holds resources related to traditional uses.
  • Flora of North America Vol. 8 is referenced for Hearst's manzanita.