Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
serpyllifolia
ID:
696067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pursh

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Fl. Amer. Sept. 1: 288 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695400

Common Names

  • Ground Ivy Willow
  • Ground Ivy Wintergreen
  • Ground Ivy Teaberry

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Description

Gaultheria serpyllifolia (also called Thyme-Leaved Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with white flowers and red berries. It is native to the temperate regions of North America and can be found in moist woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria serpyllifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible berries, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and other food products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaultheria serpyllifolia is a bell-shaped, white flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, dark-brown, oblong berry. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria serpyllifolia is a low-growing evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and red berries. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Gaultheria serpyllifolia

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

Gaultheria serpyllifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Gaultheria serpyllifolia?

Thyme-leaved Wintergreen

What is the scientific name of Thyme-leaved Wintergreen?

Gaultheria serpyllifolia

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria serpyllifolia?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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