Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
nubigena
ID:
695969

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) B.L.Burtt & Sleum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 207 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695302

Common Names

  • Nubigena Wintergreen
  • Nubigena Gaultheria
  • Nubigena Teaberry

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Description

Gaultheria nubigena (also called Cloudberry, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria nubigena 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 nubigena is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria nubigena 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 nubigena

Gaultheria nubigena is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Gaultheria nubigena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria nubigena?

Gaultheria nubigena

What is the common name of Gaultheria nubigena?

Foggy Wintergreen

Where is Gaultheria nubigena 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

References

Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.