Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
straminea
ID:
696091

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Fang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 171 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695424

Common Names

  • Stramine Willow
  • Stramine Wintergreen
  • Stramine Teaberry

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Synonyms

  • Gaultheria wardii serrulata C.Y.Wu & T.Z.Hsu [valid]

Description

Gaultheria straminea (also called Stramineous Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub that is native to the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala. 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 straminea 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 straminea is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria straminea 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 straminea

Gaultheria straminea is native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia. It can be found in moist woodlands, bogs, and other wet areas.

Gaultheria straminea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria straminea?

Gaultheria straminea

What is the common name of Gaultheria straminea?

Stramineous snowberry

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria straminea?

Gaultheria straminea 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