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Whiteleaf Manzanita

Arctostaphylos viscida

The Whiteleaf Manzanita is a special shrub with shiny, white leaves. It grows in sunny places and has beautiful pink flowers that attract bees and butterflies!

Habitat: Mountain regions

Appearance

The Whiteleaf Manzanita is a shrub with smooth, reddish-brown bark that often peels. Its distinctive leaves are pale green to yellowish-green, oval, and often feel sticky. Small, urn-shaped flowers bloom in clusters, typically white or light pink, contrasting with the pale foliage.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderEricalesFamilyEricaceaeGenusArctostaphylos
Whiteleaf Manzanita
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Whiteleaf Manzanita

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its smooth, red bark feels surprisingly cool to the touch, even on a hot, sunny day!

Its unique urn-shaped flowers rely on 'buzz pollination' by bees to release their pollen!

Native peoples once ground manzanita berries into flour or brewed them into a tangy cider.

The wood of very old manzanitas is so incredibly dense that it will actually sink in water!

Special abilities

Ability

Fire Rescuer

Whiteleaf Manzanita can regrow from a special underground burl after devastating wildfires, helping it survive and thrive.

Ability

Sticky Shield

Whiteleaf Manzanita has sticky leaves that can trap small insects and deter plant-eating animals, protecting itself from harm.

Ability

Water-Wise Warrior

Whiteleaf Manzanita has tough, leathery leaves often covered in fine hairs to reduce water loss in dry, sunny environments.

Measurements & details

Height
100-400 cm
Spread
100-300 cm
Flower Size
0.5-0.7 cm
Bloom Season
Winter to early spring
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Be careful not to touch the sticky leaves too much; they are meant to help the plant.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Whiteleaf Manzanita?

100-400 cm

How wide does Whiteleaf Manzanita spread?

100-300 cm

How big are the flowers on Whiteleaf Manzanita?

0.5-0.7 cm

When does Whiteleaf Manzanita bloom?

Winter to early spring

Is Whiteleaf Manzanita edible?

Yes

Is Whiteleaf Manzanita toxic?

None

What is Whiteleaf Manzanita's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Whiteleaf Manzanita pollinated?

Insect

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