Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
696339

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huber

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève , sér. 2, 1: 248 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695672

Common Names

  • Gaylussacia amazonica
  • Amazonica Gaylussacia
  • Gaylussacia Amazonica

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Description

Gaylussacia amazonica (also called Amazon Huckleberry, among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, from Colombia to Peru. It is found in moist to dry woods, thickets, and clearings.

Uses & Benefits

Gaylussacia amazonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaylussacia amazonica is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaylussacia amazonica is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, sandy mixture.

Where to Find Gaylussacia amazonica

Gaylussacia amazonica can be found in the Amazon rainforest of South America.

Gaylussacia amazonica FAQ

What is the common name of Gaylussacia amazonica?

Amazonian Huckleberry

What is the range of Gaylussacia amazonica?

It is found in South America

What is the growth habit of Gaylussacia amazonica?

It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit

Species in the Gaylussacia genus

Gaylussacia amazonica, Gaylussacia amoena, Gaylussacia angulata, Gaylussacia angustifolia, Gaylussacia arassatubensis, Gaylussacia baccata, Gaylussacia bigeloviana, Gaylussacia brachycera, Gaylussacia brasiliensis, Gaylussacia buxifolia, Gaylussacia caparoensis, Gaylussacia caratuvensis, Gaylussacia cardenasii, Gaylussacia centunculifolia, Gaylussacia chamissonis, Gaylussacia ciliosa, Gaylussacia cinerea, Gaylussacia cordata, Gaylussacia corvensis, Gaylussacia decipiens, Gaylussacia densa, Gaylussacia dependens, Gaylussacia duartei, Gaylussacia dumosa, Gaylussacia dumosa, Gaylussacia elliptica, Gaylussacia fasciculata, Gaylussacia frondosa, Gaylussacia gardneri, Gaylussacia goyazensis, Gaylussacia harleyi, Gaylussacia hispida, Gaylussacia incana, Gaylussacia jordanensis, Gaylussacia leptobotrys, Gaylussacia linearifolia, Gaylussacia loxensis, Gaylussacia luizae, Gaylussacia martii, Gaylussacia montana, Gaylussacia mosieri, Gaylussacia nana, Gaylussacia oleifolia, Gaylussacia orocola, Gaylussacia pallida, Gaylussacia paranaensis, Gaylussacia peruviana, Gaylussacia pinifolia, Gaylussacia pruinosa, Gaylussacia pseudociliosa,

Species in the Ericaceae family