Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
parryana
ID:
544300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lemmon

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2: 68 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543632

Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos Parryana
  • Parry Manzanita
  • Parry's Manzanita

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Synonyms

  • Arctostaphylos pungens parryana (Lemmon) Roof [valid]
  • Uva-ursi parryana (Lemmon) Abrams [valid]

Description

Arctostaphylos parryana (also called Parry's Manzanita, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is typically found in dry, coniferous forests, and has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Arctostaphylos parryana 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Arctostaphylos parryana sub. deserticum J.E.Keeley, L.Boykin & Massihi
Arctostaphylos parryana sub. parrayana
Arctostaphylos parryana sub. tumescens J.E.Keeley, L.Boykin & Massihi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctostaphylos parryana 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 parryana 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 parryana

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

Arctostaphylos parryana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos parryana?

Arctostaphylos parryana

What type of soil does Arctostaphylos parryana prefer?

Arctostaphylos parryana prefers well-draining, acidic soil.

How much sunlight does Arctostaphylos parryana need?

Arctostaphylos parryana 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