Gaultheria cuneata
About
Gaultheria cuneata is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae, native to western China. It is a densely branched, dwarf, evergreen shrub growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall by 100 cm (39 in) wide, with narrow glossy green leaves and white flowers in spring followed by white berries 1 cm in diameter in autumn. Like others of its family, it is a calcifuge, preferring an acid peaty soil. In cultivation it is used as groundcover for underplanting larger shrubs.
- Family
- Ericaceae
How to use it
Gaultheria cuneata is often used as groundcover in gardens, especially for underplanting larger shrubs. Its dense growth habit helps suppress weeds and retain soil moisture, making it a practical choice for gardeners looking to create a lush, green landscape.
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Gardening tip
When planting Gaultheria cuneata, make sure to use acidic, peaty soil to help it thrive. This little shrub prefers to be planted shallowly, so avoid burying it too deep to ensure it gets the best start in your garden.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Gaultheria cuneata
- Slug
- gaultheria-cuneata
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Genus
- Gaultheria
- Species
- cuneata
- Wikidata QID
- Q5527670
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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