Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
rudis
ID:
544364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jeps. & Wiesl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Erythea 8: 100 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543696

Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos rudis
  • Rudis Manzanita
  • Hairy Manzanita

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Description

Arctostaphylos rudis (also called Rough-bark 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 rudis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to stabilize slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctostaphylos rudis 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 rudis 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 rudis

Arctostaphylos rudis can be found in the Santa Lucia Mountains of California.

Arctostaphylos rudis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos rudis?

Arctostaphylos rudis

What is the common name of Arctostaphylos rudis?

Rough-Leaved Manzanita

What is the natural habitat of Arctostaphylos rudis?

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