Arctostaphylos Tomentosa (Noun)
Meaning
Erect openly branched California shrub whose twigs are woolly when young.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The arctostaphylos tomentosa is a popular choice for landscaping in dry areas due to its drought tolerance.
- Arctostaphylos tomentosa is often used as a specimen plant or in mass plantings for its attractive foliage and flowers.
- The woolly young twigs of the arctostaphylos tomentosa provide a striking contrast to the smooth, gray bark of the mature stems.
- In its natural habitat, arctostaphylos tomentosa can be found growing in dry scrublands and chaparral communities.
- Arctostaphylos tomentosa is a valuable food source for wildlife, with its berries providing sustenance for birds and small mammals.