Status:
valid
Authors:
Eastw.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 1: 76 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543631
Common Names
- Arctostaphylos Pallida
- Pale Manzanita
- Pale-Leaved Manzanita
Synonyms
- Arctostaphylos andersonii pallida (Eastw.) J.E.Adams [valid]
Description
Arctostaphylos pallida (also called Pale 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 pallida 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 pallida has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arctostaphylos pallida is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows best in well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in summer.
Where to Find Arctostaphylos pallida
Arctostaphylos pallida is found in the coastal mountains of northern California and Oregon.
Arctostaphylos pallida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos pallida?
Arctostaphylos pallida
What type of soil does Arctostaphylos pallida prefer?
Arctostaphylos pallida prefers well-draining, acidic soil.
How much sunlight does Arctostaphylos pallida need?
Arctostaphylos pallida 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