Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
montaraensis
ID:
544265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roof

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Four Seasons 2(3): 8 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543597

Common Names

  • Montara Bearberry
  • Montara Arctostaphylos
  • Arctostaphylos Montaraensis

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Synonyms

  • Arctostaphylos imbricata montaraensis (Roof) P.V.Wells [valid]

Description

Arctostaphylos montaraensis (also called Montara Manzanita, among many other common names) is a shrub native to California. It has small, leathery leaves and white to pink flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas such as chaparral and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Arctostaphylos montaraensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. The plant has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arctostaphylos montaraensis is a white urn-shaped flower, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid drupe, and the seedlings are small, upright, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctostaphylos montaraensis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows in rocky, sandy soils in the western United States. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall and cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Arctostaphylos montaraensis

Arctostaphylos montaraensis is found in the western United States, from Oregon to California.

Arctostaphylos montaraensis FAQ

What is the growth rate of Arctostaphylos montaraensis?

The growth rate of Arctostaphylos montaraensis is slow to moderate.

What is the ideal soil type for Arctostaphylos montaraensis?

Arctostaphylos montaraensis prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Arctostaphylos montaraensis?

Arctostaphylos montaraensis 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