Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
canescens
ID:
544134

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 3, 1: 34 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543466

Common Names

  • Gray-leaf Manzanita
  • Gray-leaf Bearberry
  • Gray-leaf Manzanita

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Synonyms

  • Arctostaphylos candidissima Eastw. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos canescens candidissima (Eastw.) Munz [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos canescens candidissima (Eastw.) P.V.Wells [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos cinerea Howell [valid]

Description

Arctostaphylos canescens (also called 'Hoary Manzanita', among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to California and Oregon. It is typically found in dry, open woodlands and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arctostaphylos canescens is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Arctostaphylos canescens sub. canescens
Arctostaphylos canescens sub. sonomensis (Eastw.) P.V.Wells

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctostaphylos canescens has white flowers that are urn-shaped and grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctostaphylos canescens is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to California and grows in dry, rocky soils in coastal areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Arctostaphylos canescens

Arctostaphylos canescens is native to California and can be found in the Sierra Nevada and Cascade ranges. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is often found in chaparral and coastal scrub habitats.

Arctostaphylos canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos canescens?

Arctostaphylos canescens

What is the common name of Arctostaphylos canescens?

Hoary Manzanita

What type of plant is Arctostaphylos canescens?

Evergreen Shrub

Species in the Arctostaphylos genus

Arctostaphylos acutifolia, Arctostaphylos andersonii, Arctostaphylos auriculata, Arctostaphylos australis, Arctostaphylos bakeri, Arctostaphylos bolensis, Arctostaphylos canescens, Arctostaphylos catalinae, Arctostaphylos caucasica, Arctostaphylos columbiana, Arctostaphylos confertiflora, Arctostaphylos crustacea, Arctostaphylos cruzensis, Arctostaphylos densiflora, Arctostaphylos edmundsii, Arctostaphylos franciscana, Arctostaphylos gabilanensis, Arctostaphylos glandulosa, Arctostaphylos glauca, Arctostaphylos glutinosa, Arctostaphylos hispidula, Arctostaphylos hookeri, Arctostaphylos hooveri, Arctostaphylos imbricata, Arctostaphylos incognita, Arctostaphylos insularis, Arctostaphylos klamathensis, Arctostaphylos luciana, Arctostaphylos malloryi, Arctostaphylos manzanita, Arctostaphylos mewukka, Arctostaphylos montana, Arctostaphylos montaraensis, Arctostaphylos montereyensis, Arctostaphylos moranii, Arctostaphylos morroensis, Arctostaphylos myrtifolia, Arctostaphylos nevadensis, Arctostaphylos nissenana, Arctostaphylos nortensis, Arctostaphylos nummularia, Arctostaphylos obispoensis, Arctostaphylos ohloneana, Arctostaphylos osoensis, Arctostaphylos otayensis, Arctostaphylos pacifica, Arctostaphylos pajaroensis, Arctostaphylos pallida, Arctostaphylos parryana, Arctostaphylos patula,

Species in the Ericaceae family