Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
crassa
ID:
695795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Allan

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Zeal. 1: 508 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695128

Common Names

  • Gaultheria crassa
  • Crassa Gaultheria
  • Gaultheria Crassa

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Synonyms

  • Gaultheria rupestris parvifolia Hook.f. [valid]

Description

Gaultheria crassa (also called Thick-leaved Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala and grows in moist, shady forests. It has thick, leathery leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria crassa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. The leaves can be used to make tea and the fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaultheria crassa is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round drupe. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria crassa 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 crassa

Gaultheria crassa is native to Mexico and Central America.

Gaultheria crassa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria crassa?

Gaultheria crassa

What type of plant is Gaultheria crassa?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Gaultheria crassa grow?

Mountainous regions of South America

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