Gaultheria procumbens

Common Names: Wintergreen, Eastern Teaberry
 
Soil: Dry  Dry-Mesic  Mesic  
Height: 2 in - 5 in
Blooming: Jun Jul

This very short, evergreen shrub slowly spreads to form colonies. Typically found in dry oak woodlands and savannas, although it does also occur in moister forests. It prefers acidic soils. The edible aromatic leaves and red fruits have a refreshing "wintergreen" flavor.

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