Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
repens
ID:
245462

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 111 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244794

Common Names

  • Repens Mitchella
  • Pilosa Mitchella
  • Undulata Mitchella

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Synonyms

  • Perdicesea repens Prov. [unknown]
  • Mitchella repens alba Beal [valid]
  • Mitchella repens leucocarpa Bissell [valid]
  • Perdicesca repens Prov. [valid]
  • Disperma repens J.F.Gmel. [valid]
  • Mitchella repens repens [unknown]

Description

Mitchella repens (also called Partridgeberry, among many other common names) is a low-growing shrub native to North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in dry deciduous forests, in areas with an average annual rainfall of 500-1000 mm.

Uses & Benefits

Mitchella repens is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial herb with white flowers. It is used as a ground cover in shady areas, and its leaves are used to make tea that is said to have calming and sedative effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mitchella repens is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitchella repens is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to North America. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer and is often used as a ground cover. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is more difficult.

Where to Find Mitchella repens

Mitchella repens can be found in the United States and Canada.

Mitchella repens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitchella repens?

Mitchella repens

What is the common name of Mitchella repens?

Partridgeberry

What is the native range of Mitchella repens?

North America

Species in the Mitchella genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References