Comarostaphylis sp.
Family: Ericaceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Comarostaphylis sp. is a native California shrub in the Ericaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Arbutus: Comarostaphylis is a shrub with single-stoned drupes; Arbutus is a tree with multi-seeded berries.; vs Heteromeles: Comarostaphylis has urn-shaped flowers and smooth drupes; Heteromeles has flat flower clusters and pome fruits.; vs Xylococcus: Comarostaphylis fruits are juicy drupes; Xylococcus fruits are completely dry.; vs Pittosporum: Comarostaphylis has urn-shaped flowers; Pittosporum has tubular flowers with spreading petals.; vs Arctostaphylos: Comarostaphylis fruits are juicy single-stoned drupes; Arctostaphylos fruits are dry and mealy.
Frequently asked questions
Is Comarostaphylis sp. native to California?
Yes. Comarostaphylis sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Comarostaphylis sp. belong to?
Comarostaphylis sp. is in the Ericaceae family, genus Comarostaphylis.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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