Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
virgata
ID:
544449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Trees & Shrubs 1: 203 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543781

Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos virgata
  • Wand Manzanita
  • Virgate Manzanita

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Synonyms

  • Arctostaphylos columbiana virgata (Eastw.) McMinn ex Jeps. [valid]

Description

Arctostaphylos virgata (also called Hairy Manzanita, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to California and Oregon. It is typically found in dry, rocky soils in chaparral and coastal scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arctostaphylos virgata is used as an ornamental plant and can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctostaphylos virgata has white to pinkish flowers that are urn-shaped and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown bark.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctostaphylos virgata is a low-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay, loam, and sand. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to 6 months. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer or by layering in the fall.

Where to Find Arctostaphylos virgata

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

Arctostaphylos virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos virgata?

Arctostaphylos virgata

What is the common name of Arctostaphylos virgata?

Shrubby Manzanita

What is the natural habitat of Arctostaphylos virgata?

Arctostaphylos virgata is native to California and is found in chaparral, coastal scrub, and woodlands

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