Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pensylvanica
ID:
534940

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lavallée

Source:
cmp

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Énum. Arbres : 150 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534272

Common Names

  • Andromeda pensylvanica
  • Pennsylvanian Andromeda
  • Pennsylvanian Bog-rosemary

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Description

Andromeda pensylvanica (also called Pennsylvania Andromeda, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery, dark green leaves and clusters of pink or white flowers. It is native to North America and Europe and is found in bogs, wet meadows, and along streams and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Andromeda pensylvanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, bell-shaped flowers with five petals, Seed: Brown, oval-shaped seeds, Seedlings: Green, oval-shaped leaves with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andromeda pensylvanica is a low-growing evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It can be propagated by cuttings or division and is best planted in spring or fall.

Where to Find Andromeda pensylvanica

Andromeda pensylvanica is native to wet meadows, marshes, and bogs in the eastern United States and Canada.

Andromeda pensylvanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andromeda pensylvanica?

Andromeda pensylvanica

What is the common name of Andromeda pensylvanica?

Pennsylvania Andromeda

What is the natural habitat of Andromeda pensylvanica?

Woodlands and mountain slopes

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