Arctostaphylos pechoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pechoensis
ID:
544312
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dudley ex Abrams
Source:
cmp
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Pacific States 3: 322 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543644
Common Names
- Arctostaphylos Pechoensis
- Pecho Manzanita
- Pecho Mountain Manzanita
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arctostaphylos pechoensis (also called Pismo 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 pechoensis is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and can also be used as a windbreak. It is also used for erosion control and for wildlife habitat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arctostaphylos pechoensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arctostaphylos pechoensis is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows best in well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in summer.
Where to Find Arctostaphylos pechoensis
Arctostaphylos pechoensis is found in the coastal mountains of northern California and Oregon.
Arctostaphylos pechoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos pechoensis?
Arctostaphylos pechoensis
What type of soil does Arctostaphylos pechoensis prefer?
Arctostaphylos pechoensis prefers well-draining, acidic soil.
How much sunlight does Arctostaphylos pechoensis need?
Arctostaphylos pechoensis needs full sun to partial shade.
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
References
LeRoy Abrams (1874-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Abrams' in the authors string.
William Russel Dudley (1849-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dudley' in the authors string.