Gaultheria procumbensCommon 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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