Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
616629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 24: 77 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615961

Common Names

  • Comarostaphylis mucronata
  • Mucronate Comarostaphylis
  • Mucronate Comarostaphylis Plant

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Synonyms

  • Arctostaphylos mucronata (Klotzsch) Hemsl. [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis mucronata angustata Klotzsch [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis mucronata brevifolia Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Comarostaphylis mucronata (also called San Diego Holly, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Comarostaphylis mucronata is a shrub that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Comarostaphylis mucronata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark-green, oval-shaped seedlings with five leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comarostaphylis mucronata is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken from mature plants. Take the cuttings in late summer or early autumn and plant them in a pot with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the pot in a warm place and water regularly until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Comarostaphylis mucronata

Comarostaphylis mucronata is native to Mexico.

Comarostaphylis mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comarostaphylis mucronata?

Comarostaphylis mucronata

Where is Comarostaphylis mucronata found?

Comarostaphylis mucronata is found in Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Comarostaphylis mucronata?

Comarostaphylis mucronata is an evergreen shrub with a spreading growth habit.

Species in the Ericaceae family