Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Anthony
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 18: 18 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695299
Common Names
- Notable Wintergreen
- Notable Gaultheria
- Notable Teaberry
Description
Gaultheria notabilis (also called Large-leaved Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with large, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gaultheria notabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gaultheria notabilis is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaultheria notabilis is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be about 10 cm long. The cuttings should be planted in a pot with a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Gaultheria notabilis
Gaultheria notabilis is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Gaultheria notabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaultheria notabilis?
Gaultheria notabilis
What is the common name of Gaultheria notabilis?
Notable Wintergreen
Where is Gaultheria notabilis native to?
China
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