Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
polifolia
ID:
616635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Zucc. ex Klotzsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 24(1): 77. 1851 [pre-Mar 1851]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615967

Common Names

  • Comarostaphylis polifolia
  • Many-leaved Comarostaphylis
  • Many-leaved Comarostaphylis Plant

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Synonyms

  • Uva-ursi polifolia (Kunth) A.Heller [valid]
  • Andromeda ledifolia Kunth [valid]
  • Arbutus xalapensis Andrieux ex Hook. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos angustifolia (Klotzsch) Hemsl. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos caeciliana Loes. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos hartwegiana (Klotzsch) Hemsl. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos latifolia Walp. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos ledifolia M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos nochistlanensis Loes. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos oaxacana DC. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos oaxacana Benth. [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos polifolia Kunth [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis angustifolia Klotzsch [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis caeciliana (Loes.) Small [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis hartwegiana Klotzsch [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis ledifolia (M.Martens & Galeotti) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis microcarpa Small [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis nochistlanensis (Loes.) Small [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis oaxacana (DC.) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis latifolia Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Comarostaphylis polifolia (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 polifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Comarostaphylis polifolia sub. minor (Small) Diggs

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Comarostaphylis polifolia 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 polifolia is a small evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Comarostaphylis polifolia

Comarostaphylis polifolia is native to Mexico. It is found in dry scrubland and grassland habitats.

Comarostaphylis polifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comarostaphylis polifolia?

Comarostaphylis polifolia

Where is Comarostaphylis polifolia found?

Comarostaphylis polifolia is found in Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Comarostaphylis polifolia?

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

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.