Arctostaphylos osoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
osoensis
ID:
544295
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.V.Wells
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Four Seasons 9: 45 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543627
Common Names
- Arctostaphylos Osoensis
- Oso Manzanita
- Osoberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arctostaphylos osoensis (also called Oso 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 osoensis is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and can also be used as a windbreak. It is also used for erosion control and for wildlife habitat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arctostaphylos osoensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arctostaphylos osoensis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in late winter or early spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Arctostaphylos osoensis
Arctostaphylos osoensis is found in the coastal mountains of northern California and Oregon.
Arctostaphylos osoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos osoensis?
Arctostaphylos osoensis
What is the common name of Arctostaphylos osoensis?
Oso Manzanita
What is the natural habitat of Arctostaphylos osoensis?
Dry slopes and canyons in the coastal ranges of California
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
Philipp Vincent Wells (1928-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Wells' in the authors string.