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Stanford's Manzanita

Arctostaphylos stanfordiana

Stanford's Manzanita is a lovely shrub with shiny green leaves and beautiful pink flowers. It grows in sunny places and can be found in California's forests and hills.

Habitat: Forests and hills

Appearance

The Stanford's Manzanita is a striking evergreen shrub with smooth, mahogany-red bark that peels in thin flakes. It has small, leathery, oval leaves and clusters of tiny, urn-shaped flowers that range from white to pink.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderEricalesFamilyEricaceaeGenusArctostaphylos
Stanford's Manzanita
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Stanford's Manzanita

Category

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Rarity

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 berries!

Native Americans traditionally used parts of the Manzanita plant to make special teas and medicines.

The amazing smooth, red bark of the Manzanita feels cool to the touch even on a hot day!

The wood of the Manzanita is so incredibly hard and dense, it can actually sink in water!

Special abilities

Ability

Water Saver

Stanford's Manzanita has thick, waxy leaves that hold onto water, helping it thrive in dry, sunny environments and long, hot summers.

Ability

Fire Fighter Friend

This plant can regrow from a special woody base (burl) after wildfires, allowing it to survive and flourish in fire-prone areas.

Ability

Winter Green

Stanford's Manzanita keeps its green leaves all year long, letting it make food from sunlight even when other plants are bare.

Measurements & details

Height
100-300 cm
Spread
100-400 cm
Flower Size
0.4-0.8 cm
Bloom Season
Late Winter to Early Spring
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always stay on paths when exploring nature to protect plants like the Manzanita.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Stanford's Manzanita?

The easiest way to identify Stanford's Manzanita is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How tall is Stanford's Manzanita?

100-300 cm

How wide does Stanford's Manzanita spread?

100-400 cm

How big are the flowers on Stanford's Manzanita?

0.4-0.8 cm

When does Stanford's Manzanita bloom?

Late Winter to Early Spring

Is Stanford's Manzanita edible?

Yes

Is Stanford's Manzanita toxic?

None

What is Stanford's Manzanita's lifecycle?

Perennial

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