Definition

Noun A specific species of shrub native to California, characterized by an upright growth form and distinctive leaves with lobes at the base that are shaped like a heart.

Usage

This word is a scientific name (a binomial nomenclature) used in botany to identify a particular plant species. It is used in formal, academic, or ecological contexts.

Examples - The rare Arctostaphylos andersonii is found only in a few counties. - Botanists are studying the fire ecology of Arctostaphylos andersonii.

Advanced Usage

• The name is often italicized in print, following the convention for genus and species names.
• It may be abbreviated after first use (e.g., ).

Variants and Related Words

• Manzanita: The common name for shrubs in the genus , which includes .
• Arctostaphylos: The genus name, referring to a group of evergreen shrubs commonly known as manzanitas.

Synonyms

• Anderson's manzanita: A common English name for this species.

Noun

1. erect California shrub having leaves with heart-shaped lobes at the base