Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
544303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Howell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Fl. N.W. Amer. 1: 416 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543635

Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos Parvifolia
  • Small-Leaved Manzanita
  • Small-Leaved Bearberry

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Synonyms

  • Uva-ursi parvifolia (Howell) A.Heller [valid]

Description

Arctostaphylos parvifolia (also called Small-Leaved 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 parvifolia 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 parvifolia 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 parvifolia 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 parvifolia

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

Arctostaphylos parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos parvifolia?

Arctostaphylos parvifolia

What type of soil does Arctostaphylos parvifolia prefer?

Arctostaphylos parvifolia prefers well-draining, acidic soil.

How much sunlight does Arctostaphylos parvifolia need?

Arctostaphylos parvifolia 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