Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
ramosissima
ID:
696036

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 220 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695369

Common Names

  • Branching Wintergreen
  • Branching Snowberry
  • Branching Gaultheria

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Synonyms

  • Brossaea ramosissima (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Gaultheria ramosissima (also called Branchy Wintergreen, 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 ramosissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaultheria ramosissima has white, bell-shaped flowers that are about 1/4 inch long. The flowers are followed by small, round, red berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria ramosissima is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is hardy in USDA Zones 5-9. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Gaultheria ramosissima

Gaultheria ramosissima can be found in the temperate regions of North America and Asia.

Gaultheria ramosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria ramosissima?

Gaultheria ramosissima

What is the common name of Gaultheria ramosissima?

Branching Wintergreen

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria ramosissima?

Gaultheria ramosissima 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