Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
corvensis
ID:
749494

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.R.Silva & Cervi) Romão & Kin.-Gouv.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 61: S52 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748827

Common Names

  • Gaultheria corvensis
  • Corve Gaultheria
  • Corve Wintergreen

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Description

Gaultheria corvensis (also called Corvens Gaultheria, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with oblong leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to India and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria corvensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaultheria corvensis has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have multiple stems. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria corvensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Gaultheria corvensis

Gaultheria corvensis is found in the temperate regions of North America.

Gaultheria corvensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria corvensis?

Gaultheria corvensis

What is the common name of Gaultheria corvensis?

Corvensis Gaultheria

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria corvensis?

It is found in temperate forests and grasslands

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

References

Luíza Sumiko Kinoshita-Gouvêa (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kin.-Gouv.' in the authors string.
Armando Carlos Cervi (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cervi' in the authors string.
Rosilene Rodrigues Silva (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Silva' in the authors string.
Gerson Oliveira Romão: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Romão' in the authors string.