Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
insipida
ID:
695873

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 225 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695206

Common Names

  • Fetid Wintergreen
  • Fetid Gaultheria
  • Insipida Wintergreen

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Description

Gaultheria insipida (also called Insipid Gaultheria, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height and has a spreading canopy. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, glossy green, and measure up to 5 cm in length. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria insipida 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gaultheria insipida var. peruviana J.F.Macbr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaultheria insipida has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals. The flowers are followed by small, red, fleshy berries, which contain the seeds. The seedlings of this plant are small and delicate, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria insipida 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 insipida

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

Gaultheria insipida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria insipida?

Gaultheria insipida

What is the common name of Gaultheria insipida?

Mountain snowberry

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria insipida?

Mountainous regions of North 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