Arctostaphylos repens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
repens
ID:
544359
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.V.Wells
Source:
cmp
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Madroño 19: 208 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543691
Common Names
- Arctostaphylos Repens
- Creeping Manzanita
- Creeping-Leaved Manzanita
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- Arctostaphylos cushingiana repens Howell [valid]
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi repens (P.V.Wells) Roof [valid]
Description
Arctostaphylos repens (also called Creeping 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 Lucia Mountains of Monterey County.
Uses & Benefits
Arctostaphylos repens 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 repens 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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Arctostaphylos repens 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 repens
Arctostaphylos repens can be found in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.
Arctostaphylos repens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos repens?
Arctostaphylos repens
What is the common name of Arctostaphylos repens?
Creeping Manzanita
What is the natural habitat of Arctostaphylos repens?
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
John Thomas Howell (1903-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Howell' in the authors string.
Philipp Vincent Wells (1928-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Wells' in the authors string.