Gaultheria adenothrix (Ericaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Gaultheria adenothrix
Evergreen shrub
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The Gaultheria adenothrix plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Adendromeda adenothrix. Diplycosia adenothrix.

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Latin Name:  Gaultheria adenothrix
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  (Miq.)Maxim.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Coniferous woods and sub-alpine thickets in N. and C. Japan[58].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a moist but not boggy humus rich soil in shade or semi-shade[11, 182]. A peat and moisture loving species, it requires a lime-free soil[11, 182]. Plants are not fully hardy in Britain and can suffer badly in severe winters[208]. The plant can make a good nesting place for mice, these mice then eat the bark of the stems in winter causing die-back. This species is like a miniature version of G. shallon[208]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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