Arctostaphylos morroensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
morroensis
ID:
544268
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiesl. & B.Schreib.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Madroño 5: 42 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543600
Common Names
- Morro Bearberry
- Morro Arctostaphylos
- Arctostaphylos Morroensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arctostaphylos morroensis (also called Morro 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 morroensis is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak or screen, and can be used for erosion control. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arctostaphylos morroensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arctostaphylos morroensis 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 morroensis
Arctostaphylos morroensis is found in the western United States, from Oregon to California.
Arctostaphylos morroensis FAQ
What is the growth rate of Arctostaphylos morroensis?
The growth rate of Arctostaphylos morroensis is slow to moderate.
What is the ideal soil type for Arctostaphylos morroensis?
Arctostaphylos morroensis prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
What is the ideal temperature for Arctostaphylos morroensis?
Arctostaphylos morroensis 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
References
Beryl Olive Schreiber (1911-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Schreib.' in the authors string.
Albert Everett Wieslander (b.1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiesl.' in the authors string.