Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pseudonotabilis
ID:
696016

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Li ex R.C.Fang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 169 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695349

Common Names

  • Pseudonotabilis Wintergreen
  • Pseudonotabilis Snowberry
  • Pseudonotabilis Gaultheria

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Description

Gaultheria pseudonotabilis (also called False 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 pseudonotabilis 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

The flower of Gaultheria pseudonotabilis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria pseudonotabilis 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 pseudonotabilis

Gaultheria pseudonotabilis is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Gaultheria pseudonotabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria pseudonotabilis?

Gaultheria pseudonotabilis

What is the common name of Gaultheria pseudonotabilis?

False Wintergreen

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria pseudonotabilis?

Gaultheria pseudonotabilis is found in moist woods and thickets in the eastern United States and Canada.

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

Li Heng (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Li' in the authors string.
Rhui Cheng Fang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Fang' in the authors string.