Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
oppositifolia
ID:
1048283

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parry) Small

Source:
tro

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 29: 101 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047621

Common Names

  • Ornithostaphylos oppositifolia
  • Oppositifolia Ornithostaphylos
  • Ornithostaphylos Oppositifolia

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Uses & Benefits

Ornithostaphylos oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its edible fruits are used to make jams, jellies, and pies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithostaphylos oppositifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithostaphylos oppositifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ornithostaphylos oppositifolia

Ornithostaphylos oppositifolia can be found in the western United States, in the states of Oregon and California.

Species in the Ornithostaphylos genus

Species in the Ericaceae family