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Gaultheria appressa Wax berry Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Gaultheria appressa plant species is found in Australia - New South Wales, Victoria. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wax berry. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Gaultheria appressa Common Name: Wax berry Family: Ericaceae Author: A.W.Hill. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: Mature Width: Habitat: Wet eucalyptus forests, especially in sub-alpine regions[144], and alpine gullies in New South Wales and Victoria[157].
Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. Somewhat bitter[144]. The fruit is about 7 - 10mm wide[193].
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