Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
luzonica
ID:
695924

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 5: 324 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695257

Common Names

  • Luzon Wintergreen
  • Luzon Gaultheria
  • Luzon Snowberry

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Synonyms

  • Diplycosia fasciculiflora Merr. [valid]
  • Diplycosia luzonica (A.Gray) Merr. [valid]
  • Diplycosia scandens Merr. [valid]

Description

Gaultheria luzonica (also called Luzon Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in temperate forests and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria luzonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gaultheria luzonica var. calelanensis (Elmer) Kron & P.W.Fritsch
Gaultheria luzonica var. luzonica
Gaultheria luzonica var. merrittii (Merr.) Kron & P.W.Fritsch
Gaultheria luzonica var. pubens (Sleumer) Kron & P.W.Fritsch

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gaultheria luzonica are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with white, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria luzonica is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn. Division of the rootstock should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gaultheria luzonica

Gaultheria luzonica can be found in the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan, and in western China

Gaultheria luzonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria ferruginea?

Gaultheria ferruginea

What is the common name of Gaultheria ferruginea?

Rusty Wintergreen

Where is Gaultheria ferruginea native to?

Eastern 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