Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
hirta
ID:
695860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 6: 49 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695193

Common Names

  • Fetid Wintergreen
  • Fetid Gaultheria
  • Hirta Wintergreen

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Description

Gaultheria hirta (also called Hairy 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 oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria hirta is used as an ornamental shrub and for its edible fruits. The fruits can be eaten raw or cooked and are used to make jams, jellies, and preserves. The leaves can be used to make tea and the oil from the leaves can be used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaultheria hirta 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 hirta 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 hirta

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

Gaultheria hirta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria hirta?

Gaultheria hirta

What is the common name of Gaultheria hirta?

Hairy Wintergreen

What type of plant is Gaultheria hirta?

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