Status:
valid
Authors:
Warm. ex Glaz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 57(Mém. 3e): 429. 1910
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695178
Common Names
- Fetid Wintergreen
- Fetid Gaultheria
- Glaziovii Wintergreen
Description
Gaultheria glaziovii (also called Glaziov's 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 glaziovii has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its fragrant aroma in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gaultheria glaziovii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaultheria glaziovii 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 planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Gaultheria glaziovii
Gaultheria glaziovii can be found in the Himalayas, India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China.
Gaultheria glaziovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaultheria glaziovii?
Gaultheria glaziovii
What is the common name of Gaultheria glaziovii?
Glaziov's Wintergreen
What type of plant is Gaultheria glaziovii?
Evergreen shrub
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