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Indian manzanita
Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos mewukka
Family: Ericaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Arctostaphylos mewukka - Indian Manzanita
Arctostaphylos mewukka, commonly known as Indian manzanita, is a species of manzanita found in specific regions of California.
Considerations for Pets
- Manzanita berries were crushed for sweet, unfermented cider by native peoples. The presence of berries might be of interest to pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos mewukka
- Common Name: Indian manzanita
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies - Arctostaphylos mewukka Merriam subsp. mewukka
Distribution and Habitat
- Primarily found in California.
- Specifically, the Manzanita Reservation is located in southeastern San Diego County, California.
- Also mentioned in the Nehalem Bay area on the Oregon Coast.
Cultural Significance
- The plant is associated with the Manzanita Band of Diegueno Mission Indians, a federally recognized tribe of Kumeyaay Indians.
- Manzanita berries were traditionally used by some California Indian tribes to create sweet cider. Celebrations were sometimes held to commemorate the ripening of the manzanita.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Mentioned in proximity to "Indian warrior" plants, which are related to Indian paintbrushes.
Further Information
- Mentioned in connection with the book "Seaweed, Salmon, and Manzanita Cider: A California Indian Feast" by Margaret Dubin and Sara-Larus Tolley, which explores traditional California Indian foods.
- CalPhotos is referenced as a source for images.