Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
refugioensis
ID:
544357

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gankin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Four Seasons 2(2): 13 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543689

Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos Refugioensis
  • Refugio Manzanita
  • Refugio Mountain Manzanita

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Description

Arctostaphylos refugioensis (also called Refugio manzanita, among many other common names) is a species of manzanita native to California. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1–3 m (3.3–9.8 ft) tall. It is found in coastal chaparral and woodlands, often in sandy soils. It is endemic to the Santa Ynez Mountains of Santa Barbara County.

Uses & Benefits

Arctostaphylos refugioensis 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 refugioensis 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 refugioensis 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 refugioensis

Arctostaphylos refugioensis can be found in the Santa Ynez Mountains of California.

Arctostaphylos refugioensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos refugioensis?

Arctostaphylos refugioensis

What is the common name of Arctostaphylos refugioensis?

Refugio Manzanita

What is the natural habitat of Arctostaphylos refugioensis?

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