Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
534909

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pohl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bras. Icon. Descr. 2: 33 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534241

Common Names

  • Andromeda multiflora
  • Many-Flowered Bog Rosemary
  • Many-Flowered Andromeda

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Description

Andromeda multiflora (also called Bog Rosemary, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the wet, acidic soils of North America and Europe. It has small, leathery leaves and clusters of white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils in shady, wooded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Andromeda multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andromeda multiflora has small, bell-shaped white flowers that bloom in early spring. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andromeda multiflora is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). It prefers moist, acidic soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Andromeda multiflora

Andromeda multiflora is native to North America, where it is found in moist, acidic soils in woodlands, bogs, and swamps.

Andromeda multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andromeda multiflora?

Andromeda multiflora

What is the common name of Andromeda multiflora?

Many-flowered Bog Rosemary

What is the natural habitat of Andromeda multiflora?

Bogs, wet meadows, and moist woods

Species in the Andromeda genus

Andromeda axillaris, Andromeda condida, Andromeda coriifolia, Andromeda corymbosa, Andromeda crassifolia, Andromeda crassifolia, Andromeda cubensis, Andromeda davisiae, Andromeda dealbata, Andromeda elliptica, Andromeda eucalyptoides, Andromeda fasciculata, Andromeda floribunda, Andromeda fontanesiana, Andromeda formosa, Andromeda formosissima, Andromeda glandulosa, Andromeda glauca, Andromeda glaucophylla, Andromeda grandiflora, Andromeda grandiflora, Andromeda hahniana, Andromeda humilis, Andromeda hypnoides, Andromeda jamaicensis, Andromeda jamesiana, Andromeda japonica, Andromeda kalmiifolia, Andromeda lacustris, Andromeda lanceolata, Andromeda lanceolata, Andromeda lanceolata, Andromeda latifolia, Andromeda laurina, Andromeda leschenaultii, Andromeda littoralis, Andromeda lobbii, Andromeda longepetiolata, Andromeda longifolia, Andromeda lucida, Andromeda marginata, Andromeda mariana, Andromeda meriifolia, Andromeda mexicana, Andromeda montana, Andromeda multiflora, Andromeda myrsinites, Andromeda myrtifolia, Andromeda nereifolia, Andromeda nummularia,

Species in the Ericaceae family