Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
taiwaniana
ID:
696100

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.S.Ying

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Quart. J. Chin. Forest. 9: 136 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695433

Common Names

  • Taiwan Willow
  • Taiwan Wintergreen
  • Taiwan Teaberry

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Description

Gaultheria taiwaniana (also called Taiwan Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub that is native to the mountains of 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 taiwaniana is used as a medicinal plant and for ornamental purposes. It is also used as a food source for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaultheria taiwaniana 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 taiwaniana is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Gaultheria taiwaniana

Gaultheria taiwaniana 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 taiwaniana FAQ

What is the common name of Gaultheria taiwaniana?

Taiwan Wintergreen

What is the scientific name of Taiwan Wintergreen?

Gaultheria taiwaniana

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria taiwaniana?

Tropical forests of Taiwan

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