Manzanita
[edit] Plant Name and Description
Latin: Arctostaphylos spp.
- Arctostaphylos nevadensis (Pinemat Manzanita)
- Arctostaphylos viscida ssp. viscida (Whiteleaf Manzanita)
- Arctostaphylos patula (Greenleaf Manzanita)
- Arctostaphylos mewukka (Indian Manzanita)
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (Bearberry, Sandberry, Kinnikinnick)
Family: Heath
The genus Arctostaphylos includes a wide variety of evergreen, woody plants that range from spreading ground covers to small trees. (Full description)
[edit] Landscape Type
Evergreen Perennial
Manzanita Berry Vinaigrette from Ike's Quarter Cafe
Manzanita Crackers
Manzanita Berries
Manzanita Sugar Substitute
Manzanita Cider
Manzanita Blossom Jelly
Manzanita Berry Jelly
Manzanita Berry Flour
[edit] Medicinal Use
Poison Oak
Urinary Tract Infections
[edit] Crafts
[edit] Habitat
Dry slopes below 4,500 feet.
[edit] Collection Season
Spring: Flowers
Spring: Berries
