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Arctostaphylos ×laxiflora
Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos ×laxiflora
Family: Ericaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Arctostaphylos × laxiflora
Arctostaphylos × laxiflora, also known as Lazyflower Manzanita, is a plant belonging to the Ericaceae family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos × laxiflora Heller (pro sp.)
- Family: Ericaceae (Heath Family)
- Synonyms: Arctostaphylos laxiflora A.Heller ex Eastw.
- Taxonomic Serial Number: 183599
Classification
- Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
- Phylum: Anthophyta (Flowering Plants)
- Class: Dicotyledoneae (Dicots)
- Order: Ericales
- Genus: Arctostaphylos
- Species: Arctostaphylos x laxiflora
Distribution and Habitat
While the text doesn't explicitly detail the specific distribution and habitat of Arctostaphylos × laxiflora, it can be inferred that it is native to areas where other Arctostaphylos species (Manzanitas and Bearberries) thrive. The mention of the Missouri Botanical Garden as holding an isotype suggests a possible connection to North America.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
Arctostaphylos are generally shrubs, including Arctostaphylos × laxiflora. It is also referenced as Lazyflower Manzanita.
Interactions with Other Organisms
The text mentions the genus Arctostaphylos in relation to observations in the Catalogue of Life species dictionary.
Resources and Further Information
- The Plant List
- International Plant Names Index (IPNI)
- Australian Plant Name Index
- NYBG Virtual Herbarium
- British Database of World Flora and Fauna
- Missouri Botanical Garden (MO) Herbarium
- Catalogue of Life species dictionary