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Gaultheria procumbens, Eastern Teaberry, Checkerberry, Boxberry, American Wintergreen

Gaultheria procumbens

Eastern Teaberry, Checkerberry, Boxberry, American Wintergreen
Family: Ericaceae
Origin: North America
Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersSpice or herb plantEthnomedical plant.
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