Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
urdanetensis
ID:
1514277

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elmer) Kron & P.W.Fritsch

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 72(2): 314. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002475

Common Names

  • Urdanetensis Wintergreen
  • Urdanetensis Gaultheria
  • Urdanetensis Teaberry

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Description

Gaultheria urdanetensis (also called Urdanet gaultheria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 m in height. It is native to China and is found in forests, scrub, and rocky slopes at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria urdanetensis is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gaultheria urdanetensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria urdanetensis is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed, cuttings, or layering. It can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Gaultheria urdanetensis

Gaultheria urdanetensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Gaultheria urdanetensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaultheria urdanetensis?

Gaultheria urdanetensis

What is the common name of Gaultheria urdanetensis?

Urdanet Gaultheria

What is the natural habitat of Gaultheria urdanetensis?

Gaultheria urdanetensis is native to the temperate forests of East 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