pink bracted manzanita

Arctostaphylos pringlei Parry

Arctostaphylos pringlei, known as pink bracted manzanita, is a species in the Ericaceae family. It is native to southern California, Arizona, and southwest Utah, growing at elevations between 4000 and 7000 ft. The species was described by Parry in 1887.

Description

Arctostaphylos pringlei is a member of the genus Arctostaphylos, which is part of the Ericaceae family. This plant is found in the regions of southern California, Arizona, and southwest Utah. It thrives at elevations ranging from 4000 to 7000 ft. The species was first published in 1887 by Parry. Its common name, pink bracted manzanita, reflects its distinctive pink bracts.