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Wasowski, Sally and Andy
Comarostaphylis diversifolia
Comarostaphylis diversifolia (Parry) Greene
Summer holly, Summer-blooming manzanita, Mock arbutus, Mock arbute
Ericaceae (Heath Family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: CODI3
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
A slow-growing, evergreen shrub or tree to 20 ft. tall. Attractive features include shiny leaves, white flowers, red berries and shredded bark.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: WhiteBloom Time: May , Jun
Distribution
USA: CANative Distribution: Coastal s. CA and adjacent Mex.
Native Habitat: Dry slopes; coastal chaparral
Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: Part ShadeSoil Moisture: Dry
Soil Description: Dry, well-drained soils.
Conditions Comments: This plant will require five or more years to reach 5-10 ft.
Propagation
Description: Propagation by seed is possible. Fresh seed requires no treatment.Seed Collection: Not Available
Commercially Avail: yes
Find Seed or Plants
Find seed sources for this species at the Native Seed Network.
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From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations:Santa Barbara Botanic Garden - Santa Barbara, CA
Native Seed Network - Corvallis, OR
Bibliography
Bibref 995 - Native Landscaping from El Paso to L.A. (2000) Wasowski, S. and A. WasowskiSearch More Titles in Bibliography
Additional resources
USDA: Find Comarostaphylis diversifolia in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Comarostaphylis diversifolia in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Comarostaphylis diversifolia
Metadata
Record Modified: 2014-08-19Research By: TWC Staff