Gaultheria myrsinoides (Cacalote) - Image 3

Botanical names: Pernettya mucronata, Pernettya rupicola, Gaultheria mucronata

Common name: Prickly Heath

Family: Ericaceae

Origin: Argentina

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersInvasive plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant plant


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