Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 2(1): 27 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543605
Common Names
- Nevada Bearberry
- Nevada Arctostaphylos
- Arctostaphylos Nevadensis
Description
Arctostaphylos nevadensis (also called Nevada 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 nevadensis 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Arctostaphylos nevadensis sub. knightii (Gankin & Hildreth) P.V.Wells
Arctostaphylos nevadensis sub. nevadensis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arctostaphylos nevadensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arctostaphylos nevadensis 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 nevadensis
Arctostaphylos nevadensis is found in the western United States, from Oregon to California.
Arctostaphylos nevadensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos nevadensis?
Arctostaphylos nevadensis
What is the common name of Arctostaphylos nevadensis?
Nevada Manzanita
What type of plant is Arctostaphylos nevadensis?
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