Status:
valid
Authors:
Parry
Source:
cmp
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Bull. Calif. Acad. Sci. 2: 494 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543657
Common Names
- Arctostaphylos Pringlei
- Pringle Manzanita
- Pringle's Manzanita
Synonyms
- Uva-ursi pringlei (Parry) Abrams [valid]
Description
Arctostaphylos pringlei (also called Pringle's Manzanita, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to California. It is typically found in dry, rocky soils in chaparral and coastal scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Arctostaphylos pringlei is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak or screen, and can be used for erosion control. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Arctostaphylos pringlei sub. drupacea (Parry) P.V.Wells
Arctostaphylos pringlei sub. pringlei
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arctostaphylos pringlei is white or pinkish, bell-shaped, and has five petals. The seed is a small, hard, dark-brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, upright shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arctostaphylos pringlei 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 pringlei
Arctostaphylos pringlei is native to California.
Arctostaphylos pringlei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos pringlei?
Arctostaphylos pringlei
What type of soil does Arctostaphylos pringlei prefer?
Arctostaphylos pringlei prefers well-draining, acidic soil.
How much sunlight does Arctostaphylos pringlei need?
Arctostaphylos pringlei 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