Parry Manzanita (Arctostaphylos parryana)

Family: Ericaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Arctostaphylos parryana is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.8 m (6ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The ground berry pulp is used as a food. — The ground berry pulp is used as a food.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry stony slopes, 1200 - 2250 metres in California. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)