Refugio Manzanita
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Refugio Manzanita
arctostaphylos refugioensis
The Refugio Manzanita is a beautiful evergreen shrub with shiny leaves and pretty pink flowers! It provides food and shelter for many animals in its native habitat.
Habitat: Coastal scrub and chaparral areas in California.
Appearance
The Refugio Manzanita has striking smooth, dark reddish-brown bark that peels in thin strips, creating a glossy appearance. Its small, waxy, evergreen leaves are bright green, and it produces clusters of tiny, white to pink urn-shaped flowers.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderEricalesFamilyEricaceaeGenusArctostaphylos
Category
PlantsRarity
Rare
Danger
0/5 · No known danger
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Interesting facts
Its berries were traditionally ground into a refreshing cider by native people!
Its smooth, reddish bark makes it look like it's glowing in the sun!
The word "manzanita" means "little apple" in Spanish, for its small, round fruits!
This rare plant thrives only in a tiny, unique corner of California's coast!
Special abilities
Ability
Fire Sprouter
Refugio Manzanita can release seeds that need fire to sprout, helping it regenerate quickly after wildfires.
Ability
Water Saver Leaves
Refugio Manzanita has tough, leathery leaves angled to reduce sun exposure, helping it conserve precious water.
Ability
Bark Protector
Its smooth, reddish bark sheds, which helps the plant get rid of parasites and old, dead tissue.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 150-300 cm
- Spread
- 150-300 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-0.8 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late winter to early spring
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Yellow-faced Bumblebee
Bombus vosnesenskii
collects nectar and pollen from its flowers.
eats
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
feasts on its edible berries, spreading seeds.
eats
Mule Deer
Odocoileus hemionus
browses on its leaves and tender twigs.
pollinates
European Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
gathers nectar, helping the plant reproduce.
Traits
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
Also known as
Arroyo ManzanitaCalifornia Manzanita
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Safety
Danger
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Refugio Manzanita?
150-300 cm
How wide does Refugio Manzanita spread?
150-300 cm
How big are the flowers on Refugio Manzanita?
0.5-0.8 cm
When does Refugio Manzanita bloom?
Late winter to early spring
Is Refugio Manzanita edible?
Yes
Is Refugio Manzanita toxic?
None
What is Refugio Manzanita's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Refugio Manzanita pollinated?
Insect
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