Arbutus thuretiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Demoly
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Bull. Assoc. Parcs Bot. France 38: 7 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543199
Common Names
- Thuret's Arbutus
- Thuret's Madrone
- Thuret's Strawberry Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arbutus thuretiana (also called Algerian Strawberry Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a small evergreen tree or shrub with a spreading crown, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Morocco and Portugal east to Turkey and Syria. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often on limestone soils.
Uses & Benefits
Arbutus thuretiana 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 thuretiana 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 thuretiana 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 thuretiana
Arbutus thuretiana is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Arbutus thuretiana FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Arbutus thuretiana?
Arbutus thuretiana is native to the western United States, from California to Washington.
What is the growth rate of Arbutus thuretiana?
Arbutus thuretiana grows at a moderate rate, reaching a height of up to 10 feet.
What is the soil type for Arbutus thuretiana?
Arbutus thuretiana 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
Jean-Pierre Demoly (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Demoly' in the authors string.