Pinemat Manzanita
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Pinemat Manzanita
Arctostaphylos nevadensis
The Pinemat Manzanita is a small, bushy plant with beautiful, shiny leaves. It produces lovely pink flowers that attract bees and butterflies, making it a favorite in nature!
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Pinemat Manzanita is a low-growing, mat-forming shrub with smooth, reddish-brown bark that peels in thin strips. It has small, oval, leathery evergreen leaves and clusters of tiny, urn-shaped flowers that range from white to pink.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderEricalesFamilyEricaceaeGenusArctostaphylos
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its name 'Manzanita' means 'little apple' in Spanish, referring to its tiny, apple-like fruits!
Some people say its peeling bark looks like sunburnt skin, revealing a smoother layer underneath!
The sticky residue on its leaves helps the plant protect itself from insects and diseases!
This amazing plant can live for hundreds of years, growing slowly and steadily on the ground!
Special abilities
Ability
Fire Resilience
Pinemat Manzanita can resprout from its base even after a wildfire, helping it quickly recover.
Ability
Drought Master
Pinemat Manzanita has small, waxy leaves that help it conserve water, allowing it to thrive in dry conditions.
Ability
Soil Seeker
Pinemat Manzanita has tough roots that can access nutrients and moisture in poor, rocky soils.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-60 cm
- Spread
- 50-200 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-0.7 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
eaten by
Mule Deer
Odocoileus hemionus
Deer browse on its leaves and tender twigs, especially in winter.
pollinates
Yellow-faced Bumblebee
Bombus vosnesenskii
Bees are primary pollinators, visiting its bell-shaped flowers for nectar.
eaten by
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
Birds consume its berries, helping to disperse its seeds to new areas.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Be careful not to touch sharp branches when exploring!
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Pinemat Manzanita?
10-60 cm
How wide does Pinemat Manzanita spread?
50-200 cm
How big are the flowers on Pinemat Manzanita?
0.5-0.7 cm
When does Pinemat Manzanita bloom?
Spring
Is Pinemat Manzanita edible?
Yes
Is Pinemat Manzanita toxic?
Mild
What is Pinemat Manzanita's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Pinemat Manzanita pollinated?
Insect
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