Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
fagifolia
ID:
695822

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 162 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695155

Common Names

  • Gaultheria fagifolia
  • Fagus Wintergreen
  • Pipsissewa

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Synonyms

  • Brossaea fagifolia (Hook.f.) Kunth [valid]

Description

Gaultheria fagifolia (also called Beechleaf Wintergreen, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the temperate regions of North America. It typically grows in shady, moist, acidic soil and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria fagifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible berries, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and other food products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaultheria fagifolia has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that hang from the stem in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, red berries that contain the seeds. The seeds are very small and require stratification to germinate. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons that are oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria fagifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location with regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Gaultheria fagifolia

Gaultheria fagifolia is native to the Himalayas and can be found in the mountain regions of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Gaultheria fagifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria fagifolia?

Gaultheria fagifolia

What type of plant is Gaultheria fagifolia?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Gaultheria fagifolia native to?

Mexico

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