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Parry manzanita
Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos parryana ssp. deserticum
Family: Ericaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Parry Manzanita (Arctostaphylos parryana)
Parry Manzanita, also known as Snow Lodge Manzanita, is an evergreen shrub native to California. The scientific name Arctostaphylos comes from the Greek words for "bear grapes," while the common name "Manzanita" is Spanish for "little apple," referring to its fruits.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos parryana
- Common Names: Parry Manzanita, Snow Lodge Manzanita
- Family: Ericaceae (Heath family)
- Subspecies: Arctostaphylos parryana Lemmon subsp. parryana
- Synonym: Arctostaphylos manzanita
Distribution and Habitat
- Arctostaphylos parryana is endemic to California.
- It has been found in the San Gabriel Mountains.
- It is suited for USDA zones 8-10.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It's an erect shrub, sometimes described as tree-like.
- It can grow up to 2 meters (approximately 6 feet) tall.
- It can spread to 6 feet wide, forming a shrubby groundcover or dense thickets.
- It features red-barked stems.
- Leaves are described as bright and light-green.
- It produces drooping panicles of white or pink flowers, followed by red berry-like fruits.
Quirky Facts
- The fruits are referred to as "little apples" in Spanish, reflecting their appearance.
- The fruits can be used to make manzanita cider.