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dacite manzanita
Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos tomentosa ssp. daciticola
Family: Ericaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Arctostaphylos tomentosa subsp. daciticola: Dacite Manzanita
This plant profile focuses on Arctostaphylos tomentosa subsp. daciticola, a subspecies of manzanita commonly known as Dacite Manzanita.
Considerations for Pets
- Manzanitas, in general, have woody stems and stiff branches. Examine the plant for sharp branch tips or other potentially irritating features.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos tomentosa subsp. daciticola P.V. Wells
- Family: Ericaceae (Heath Family)
- Rank: Subspecies
- Synonyms: A. (followed by unspecified characters in the source text)
- Other Scientific Names Mentioned: Arctostaphylos tomentosa (Pursh) Lindl.
Common Names
- Dacite Manzanita
- Downy Manzanita
- Woollyleaf Manzanita
- Brittleleaf Manzanita
- Rosy Manzanita
Distribution and Habitat
- Dacite Manzanita is found in the hills near the mouth of Los Osos and above the mouth of Turri.
- Specifically mentioned as being located in San Luis Obispo County.
- It can also be found near pink dacite lava in Lassen Volcanic National Park, California, USA, especially in the Manzanita Lake area.
Morphological Characteristics
- Growth Type: Shrub
- Lifespan: Perennial
Ecological Role
- Dacite Manzanita is listed as List 1B. 1. which might indicate its potential invasive status, but this requires further clarification from the provided references.
Other Mentions
- Needs at least a few hours a day of sunlight.
- Secure the plant in particularly windy climates.
Further Information
- BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Arctostaphylos%20tomentosa%20daciticola
- ITIS Web Link
- Encyclopedia of Life