Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
confertiflora
ID:
544155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 1: 122 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543487

Common Names

  • Many-flowered Manzanita
  • Many-flowered Bearberry
  • Many-flowered Manzanita

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Synonyms

  • Arctostaphylos subcordata confertiflora (Eastw.) Munz [valid]

Description

Arctostaphylos confertiflora (also called Santa Cruz Manzanita, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to California. It typically grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall and has small, glossy, dark green leaves. Its white flowers bloom in the spring and are followed by small, red berries. It is found in dry, rocky soils in the mountains and foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctostaphylos confertiflora 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 confertiflora 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 confertiflora

Arctostaphylos confertiflora 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 confertiflora FAQ

What is the growth rate of Arctostaphylos confertiflora?

The growth rate of Arctostaphylos confertiflora is slow to moderate.

What is the ideal soil type for Arctostaphylos confertiflora?

Arctostaphylos confertiflora prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Arctostaphylos confertiflora?

Arctostaphylos confertiflora prefers temperatures between 40-85°F.

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