Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sguamulosa
ID:
1048478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047816

Common Names

  • Scaly Andromeda
  • Andromeda sguamulosa
  • Scaly Waxflower

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Description

Andromeda sguamulosa (also called 'Scaly Andromeda', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean islands. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas at high altitudes.

Uses & Benefits

Andromeda sguamulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andromeda sguamulosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny berry. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andromeda sguamulosa is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Andromeda sguamulosa

Andromeda sguamulosa is found in the eastern United States.

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