Gaultheria

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prickly heath

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Other common names

prickly heath

Synonyms

× Gaulnettya, × Gaulthettya, Chiogenes, Pernettya

Size

Time to Maturity
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Botanical Details

Family
Ericaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Gaultheria are evergreen, often dioecious, shrubs with simple, leathery leaves and small, bell-shaped white or pink flowers, followed by long lasting fleshy fruits in various colours
Name Status
Correct