Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
formosa
ID:
695829

Status:
valid

Authors:
Remy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 8: 231 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695162

Common Names

  • Fetid Wintergreen
  • Fetid Gaultheria
  • Formosa Wintergreen

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Description

Gaultheria formosa (also called Beautiful 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 formosa 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 formosa has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals. The flowers are followed by small, round, red berries that contain the seeds. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria formosa is a low-growing evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to moist, shady areas in the northern hemisphere. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Layering should be done in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Gaultheria formosa

Gaultheria formosa can be found in the Himalayas, India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China.

Gaultheria formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria formosa?

Gaultheria formosa

What is the common name of Gaultheria formosa?

Formosa Wintergreen

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria formosa?

Forests and thickets

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