Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conradii
ID:
621900

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr.) Torr. ex Loudon

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Encycl. Trees Shrubs : 1092 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621232

Common Names

  • Corema conradii
  • Conrad's Crowberry
  • Conrad's Corema

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Synonyms

  • Colema arenaria Raf. [valid]
  • Empetrum conradii Torr. [valid]
  • Endammia ericoides Raf. [illegitimate]
  • Oakesia conradii (Torr.) Tuck. [valid]
  • Tuckermania conradii (Torr.) Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Corema conradii (also called 'Conrad's Crowberry', among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Ericaceae. It is native to North America. It is found in alpine and subalpine tundra, boreal forests, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Corema conradii is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant. The plant has a low-growing, spreading form and can be used to cover large areas of ground.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Corema conradii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corema conradii is a fast-growing shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used.

Where to Find Corema conradii

Corema conradii is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

Corema conradii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corema conradii?

Corema conradii

What type of plant is Corema conradii?

Corema conradii is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Corema conradii?

Corema conradii is native to tropical Africa

Species in the Corema genus

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
John Claudius Loudon (1783-1843): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loudon' in the authors string.