Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
adenothrix
ID:
695726

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Maxim.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 18: 44 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695059

Common Names

  • Mountain Wintergreen
  • Mountain Box
  • Alpine Wintergreen

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Description

Gaultheria adenothrix (also called Adenothrix Gaultheria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to North America and is found in moist, acidic habitats. The plant has a shrub-like habit and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria adenothrix is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive flowers and is drought tolerant, making it ideal for areas with low rainfall. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to create a beautiful landscape.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaultheria adenothrix has small, white bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria adenothrix is a shrub native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers a cool climate and should be grown in partial shade.

Where to Find Gaultheria adenothrix

Gaultheria adenothrix is native to Mexico and Central America.

Gaultheria adenothrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria adenothrix?

Gaultheria adenothrix

What type of plant is Gaultheria adenothrix?

It is a perennial evergreen shrub

Where does Gaultheria adenothrix grow?

It is native to the Himalayas

Species in the Gaultheria genus

Gaultheria abbreviata, Gaultheria acroleia, Gaultheria acuminata, Gaultheria adenothrix, Gaultheria akaensis, Gaultheria alnifolia, Gaultheria amoena, Gaultheria anastomosans, Gaultheria angustifolia, Gaultheria antarctica, Gaultheria antipoda, Gaultheria appressa, Gaultheria arfakana, Gaultheria atjehensis, Gaultheria barbulata, Gaultheria berberidifolia, Gaultheria blumei, Gaultheria bolivari, Gaultheria borneensis, Gaultheria bracteata, Gaultheria bradeana, Gaultheria brevistipes, Gaultheria buxifolia, Gaultheria caespitosa, Gaultheria calyculata, Gaultheria caparoensis, Gaultheria celebica, Gaultheria chiriquensis, Gaultheria codonantha, Gaultheria colensoi, Gaultheria congesta, Gaultheria cordata, Gaultheria corvensis, Gaultheria crassa, Gaultheria cuneata, Gaultheria depressa, Gaultheria dialypetala, Gaultheria discolor, Gaultheria discolor, Gaultheria domingensis, Gaultheria dumicola, Gaultheria elegans, Gaultheria erecta, Gaultheria eriophylla, Gaultheria floribunda, Gaultheria foliolosa, Gaultheria formosa, Gaultheria fragrantissima, Gaultheria glaucifolia, Gaultheria glaziovii,

Species in the Ericaceae family