Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
regismontana
ID:
544358

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 1: 77 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543690



Common Names

  • Arctostaphylos Regismontana
  • Regis Manzanita
  • Regis Mountain Manzanita


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Description

Arctostaphylos regismontana (also called King's Mountain manzanita, among many other common names) is a species of manzanita native to California. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1–3 m (3.3–9.8 ft) tall. It is found in coastal chaparral and woodlands, often in sandy soils. It is endemic to the Santa Cruz Mountains of Santa Cruz and San Mateo Counties.

Uses & Benefits

Arctostaphylos regismontana is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak or screen, and can be used for erosion control. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctostaphylos regismontana has white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have thin, reddish-brown bark.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctostaphylos regismontana is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or layering. It can also be propagated from seed, but germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Arctostaphylos regismontana

Arctostaphylos regismontana can be found in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon.

Arctostaphylos regismontana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctostaphylos regismontana?

Arctostaphylos regismontana

What is the common name of Arctostaphylos regismontana?

Regis Manzanita

What is the natural habitat of Arctostaphylos regismontana?

Dry slopes and canyons in the coastal ranges of California

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