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Arctostaphylos columbiana
Hairy manzanita
Evergreen shrub
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The Arctostaphylos columbiana plant species is found in Western N. America It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Hairy manzanita. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. tomentosa. non Pursh.

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Latin Name:  Arctostaphylos columbiana
Common Name:  Hairy manzanita
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  Piper.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Near the coast[60].



Edible Uses:  Fruit - raw or cooked[3, 177]. The fruit is best harvested when slightly under-ripe since the fully mature pulp is mealy[183]. The fruit is about 8mm in diameter[200].

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The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
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