Parry Manzanita

Arctostaphylos parryana

Physical Characteristics

Arctostaphylos parryana is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.8 m (6ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

South-western N. America.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: The ground berry pulp is used as a food[257].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known