Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
rainbowensis
ID:
544355

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.E.Keeley & Massihi

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Madroño 41: 2 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543687

Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos Rainbowensis
  • Rainbow Manzanita
  • Rainbow Mountain Manzanita

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Synonyms

  • Arctostaphylos peninsularis keeleyi P.V.Wells [valid]

Description

Arctostaphylos rainbowensis (also called Rainbow 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 rainbowensis is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and can be used as a groundcover. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctostaphylos rainbowensis has white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have thin, reddish-brown bark.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctostaphylos rainbowensis is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or layering. It can also be propagated from seed, but germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Arctostaphylos rainbowensis

Arctostaphylos rainbowensis is native to California.

Arctostaphylos rainbowensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos rainbowensis?

Arctostaphylos rainbowensis

What is the common name of Arctostaphylos rainbowensis?

Rainbow Manzanita

What is the natural habitat of Arctostaphylos rainbowensis?

Dry slopes and canyons in the coastal ranges of California

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

References

Jon E. Keeley: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Keeley' in the authors string.
Allen Massihi (b.1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Massihi' in the authors string.