Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
stereophylla
ID:
696088

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 29: 342 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695421

Common Names

  • Stereophyll Willow
  • Stereophyll Wintergreen
  • Stereophyll Teaberry

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Synonyms

  • Gaultheria serrulata Danguy & Cherm. [valid]

Description

Gaultheria stereophylla (also called Smooth Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub that is native to the mountains of China and Taiwan. It has small, leathery leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It prefers moist, acidic soils in shady areas and can be found in woodlands and forest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria stereophylla is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. The leaves are used to make a tea which is believed to have medicinal properties and is used to treat colds and allergies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaultheria stereophylla 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 stereophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gaultheria stereophylla

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

Gaultheria stereophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria stereophylla?

Gaultheria stereophylla

What is the common name of Gaultheria stereophylla?

Stereophyllous snowberry

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria stereophylla?

Gaultheria stereophylla is native to India and can be found in moist, shady woodlands

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