Nissenan manzanita
Arctostaphylos nissenana Merriam
Arctostaphylos nissenana, known as Nissenan manzanita, is a species in the Ericaceae family. It is native to California, particularly found in the Sierra Nevada foothills, especially in El Dorado County. This plant thrives in woodlands and chaparral habitats.
Description
Arctostaphylos nissenana is a species of manzanita endemic to California. It is commonly referred to as Nissenan manzanita or El Dorado manzanita. The plant is primarily distributed in the Sierra Nevada foothills, with a concentration in El Dorado County. It is adapted to grow in woodlands and chaparral environments. The species was first described in 1918 by Merriam.
Other common names
Nissenan manzanita
Distribution
North America · California
Synonyms
Schizococcus nissenanus
