Arctostaphylos

/ɑrk.toʊˈstæf.ɪ.ləs/ noun

A genus of evergreen shrubs commonly called manzanita or bearberry, known for their red berries and tough leaves.

From Greek 'arktos' (bear) + 'staphyle' (grape/berry). The plant is named 'bearberry' because bears love to eat its fruits.

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