Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
wellsii
ID:
544457

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Knight

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Four Seasons 8(3): 12 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543789

Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos wellsii
  • Wells' Manzanita
  • Wells Manzanita

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Description

Arctostaphylos wellsii (also called Wells' 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 wellsii is used as an ornamental plant and can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctostaphylos wellsii 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 wellsii 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 wellsii

Arctostaphylos wellsii is native to California.

Arctostaphylos wellsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos wellsii?

Arctostaphylos wellsii

What is the common name of Arctostaphylos wellsii?

Wells' Manzanita

What is the natural habitat of Arctostaphylos wellsii?

Arctostaphylos wellsii 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