Arbutus tessellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.D.Sørensen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 263 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543197
Common Names
- Tesselated Arbutus
- Tesselated Madrone
- Tesselated Strawberry Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arbutus tessellata (also called Tessellated Madrone, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 5 m and has leathery, glossy leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas such as hillsides and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Arbutus tessellata has been used for its edible fruits, which can be eaten raw or cooked, for its medicinal properties, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arbutus tessellata has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arbutus tessellata is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10 and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Arbutus tessellata
Arbutus tessellata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Arbutus tessellata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Arbutus tessellata?
Arbutus tessellata is native to the western United States, from California to Washington.
What is the growth rate of Arbutus tessellata?
Arbutus tessellata grows at a moderate rate, reaching a height of up to 10 feet.
What is the soil type for Arbutus tessellata?
Arbutus tessellata prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.
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
Paul Davidson Sørensen (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.D.Sørensen' in the authors string.