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Chaura (Gaultheria poeppigii)

Gaultheria poeppigii, commonly known as Chaura, is a shrub native to the Andes, appreciated for its medicinal properties and ecological role in its habitat.

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Sunlight

Partial Shade

Watering

Consistent

Soil

Acidic

Temperature

Cool

Fertilizer

Light

Care Requirements

Light

Partial Shade

Prefers dappled sunlight or morning sun with afternoon shade.

Water

Consistent

Keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Acidic

Temperature

Cool

Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures; protect from extreme heat.

Fertilizer

Light

Feed sparingly in spring and early summer with an acidic fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental, Foliage, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

0.5-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Optimal Sunlight Lux

1500

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Synonyms
Brossaea poeppigii (DC.) Kuntze
Pernettya brasiliensis Nied.
Pernettya myrtillifolia Griseb. ex Phil.
Pernettya patagonica Speg.
Pernettya philippiana Speg.
Pernettya poeppigii (DC.) Klotzsch
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderEricales
  • familyEricaceae
  • genusGaultheria
  • speciesGaultheria poeppigii

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