Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
viridicarpa
ID:
1324492

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Williams

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Telopea 14: 77 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336946

Common Names

  • Gaultheria Viridicarpa
  • Viridicarpa
  • Gaultheria

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Description

Gaultheria viridicarpa (also called Gaultheria, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to China. It typically grows up to 1.5 meters tall and prefers to grow in shady, moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gaultheria viridicarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaultheria viridicarpa has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaultheria viridicarpa is an evergreen shrub native to North America. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. The cuttings should be planted in a pot containing a mixture of peat moss and sand.

Where to Find Gaultheria viridicarpa

Gaultheria viridicarpa is native to the Himalayan region of India and Nepal. It can be found in moist forests and shrublands at elevations of up to 4,000 meters.

Gaultheria viridicarpa FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Gaultheria viridicarpa?

Gaultheria viridicarpa prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What are the blooming times for Gaultheria viridicarpa?

Gaultheria viridicarpa blooms in late spring and early summer.

What is the average size of Gaultheria viridicarpa?

Gaultheria viridicarpa typically grows to be 1-2 feet tall and wide.

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

References

John Beaumont Williams (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Williams' in the authors string.