Gaultheria nummularioides (Ericaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Gaultheria nummularioides
Evergreen shrub
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The Gaultheria nummularioides plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas to W. China. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as G. nummularia. G. repens.

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Latin Name:  Gaultheria nummularioides
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  D.Don.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.1   Mature Width:  0.5

Habitat:  Rocks, banks etc at elevations between 2100 - 4000 metres from Himachel Pradesh to S.W.China and Burma.

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a moist but not boggy humus rich soil in shade or semi-shade[182]. A peat and moisture loving species, it requires a lime-free soil[182] and a sheltered position[11]. This species only tolerates light and short-lived frosts, so it is not very hardy in Britain. It can, however, be grown outdoors in the milder areas of the country[200]. This species does not often fruit well in Britain[188]. Our single plant flowered freely when less than 3 years old from seed, producing quite a few fruits[K]. The bruised leaves have a distinct cedar-like aroma[245]. The flowers are also aromatic[245]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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