Arbutus hirsuta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sessé & Moc.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mexic. , ed. 2: 112 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543127
Common Names
- Hirsuta Strawberry Tree
- Hairy-Leaved Strawberry Tree
- Hirsuta Madrone
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arbutus hirsuta (also called Hairy Arbutus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Arbutus hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Arbutus hirsuta are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arbutus hirsuta is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame, and cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a pot of moist soil.
Where to Find Arbutus hirsuta
Arbutus hirsuta is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Portugal, Spain, Morocco, and Algeria.
Arbutus hirsuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arbutus hirsuta?
Arbutus hirsuta
What type of plant is Arbutus hirsuta?
Evergreen shrub
Where does Arbutus hirsuta grow?
It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California.
Species in the Arbutus genus
Arbutus andrachne, Arbutus arizonica, Arbutus bicolor, Arbutus canariensis, Arbutus hirsuta, Arbutus hirsutus, Arbutus madrensis, Arbutus menziesii, Arbutus occidentalis, Arbutus tessellata, Arbutus unedo, Arbutus xalapensis, Arbutus andrachnoides, Arbutus androsterilis, Arbutus reyorum, Arbutus thuretiana,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.