Arctostaphylos pungens

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Pointleaf Manzanita

Pointleaf manzanita is an erect, evergreen, spreading shrub that grows to about 3-6′ tall and wide. Takes on a beautiful shape

This shrub thrives in dry, shallow, acidic soils heavy with gravel and sand, and forms relationships with mycorrhizae to obtain extra nutrients and water.

Excellent for both hummingbird and songbird gardens as well as making a hardy hedge or screen.

Lifeform: Shrub

Sun: Full Sun

Water: Dry, Light

Soil: Clay, Loam, Rocky, Sand

Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control

 

Ecological Value

It is a food source for many kinds of wildlife.

Historical Uses

Infusion of leaves has been used for poison oak rash. Berries eaten fresh or dried. Branches have been used in housing construction.

Distribution

Native to the Southwestern United States and to northern and central Mexico

Elevation

2700-6800'

Communities
Habitat

Rocky slopes, ridges, chaparral, coniferous forests.