Gaultheria procumbens (Eastern Teaberry)

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

Botanical name: Gaultheria procumbens

Common names: 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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