Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pacifica
ID:
544297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roof

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 9: 217 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543629

Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos Pacifica
  • Pacific Manzanita
  • Pacific Ocean Manzanita

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Description

Arctostaphylos pacifica (also called Pacific Manzanita, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It is typically found in dry, coniferous forests, and has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Arctostaphylos pacifica 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 pacifica has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctostaphylos pacifica 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 pacifica

Arctostaphylos pacifica is found in the coastal mountains of northern California and Oregon.

Arctostaphylos pacifica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos pacifica?

Arctostaphylos pacifica

What type of soil does Arctostaphylos pacifica prefer?

Arctostaphylos pacifica prefers well-draining, acidic soil.

How much sunlight does Arctostaphylos pacifica need?

Arctostaphylos pacifica needs full sun to partial shade.

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