Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Z.Hsu
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 4: 263 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589550
Common Names
- Argyrotricha Cassiope
- Silver-Haired Cassiope
- Silver-Haired Mountain Heather
Description
Cassiope argyrotricha (also called Bog Rosemary, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a mounding habit. It is native to eastern Asia and is found in wet, boggy areas. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cassiope argyrotricha is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source for humans and animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cassiope argyrotricha is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cassiope argyrotricha is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Cassiope argyrotricha
Cassiope argyrotricha can be found in Canada and the United States.
Cassiope argyrotricha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassiope argyrotricha?
Cassiope argyrotricha
What is the common name of Cassiope argyrotricha?
Argyrotricha Cassiope
What is the optimal growing environment for Cassiope argyrotricha?
Cassiope argyrotricha prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Species in the Cassiope genus
Cassiope abbreviata,
Cassiope argyrotricha,
Cassiope ericoides,
Cassiope fastigiata,
Cassiope fujianensis,
Cassiope lycopodioides,
Cassiope membranifolia,
Cassiope mertensiana,
Cassiope myosuroides,
Cassiope nana,
Cassiope palpebrata,
Cassiope pectinata,
Cassiope redowskii,
Cassiope selaginoides,
Cassiope tetragona,
Cassiope wardii,
Cassiope anadyrensis,
Species in the Ericaceae family