Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
696000

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Zoll. & Moritzi

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Natuur- Geneesk. Arch. Ned.-Indië 2: 9 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695333

Common Names

  • Hairy Wintergreen
  • Hairy Snowberry
  • Hairy Gaultheria

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Synonyms

  • Diplycosia pilosa Blume [valid]
  • Amphicalyx pilosa Blume [invalid]

Description

Gaultheria pilosa (also called Hairy Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is native to North America and is found in moist, acidic soils in coniferous forests. The leaves are dark green, glossy and oval-shaped with a pointed tip. The flowers are white and bell-shaped, and the fruits are small, red berries.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria pilosa has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its fragrant aroma in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaultheria pilosa has white bell-shaped flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria pilosa 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 the current season's growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a cool, moist environment.

Where to Find Gaultheria pilosa

Gaultheria pilosa is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Gaultheria pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria pilosa?

Gaultheria pilosa

What is the common name of Gaultheria pilosa?

Mountain Tea

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria pilosa?

Gaultheria pilosa is found in moist forests and thickets in the mountains of the southeastern United States.

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