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creeping snowberry

Gaultheria hispidula

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ericales ›Family: Ericaceae ›Genus: Gaultheria

About

Gaultheria hispidula, commonly known as the creeping snowberry or moxie-plum, is a perennial spreading ground-level vine of the heath family Ericaceae native to North America that produces small white edible berries. It fruits from August to September. Its leaves and berries taste and smell like wintergreen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of creeping snowberry?
The scientific name of creeping snowberry is Gaultheria hispidula.
What kingdom does creeping snowberry belong to?
creeping snowberry belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does creeping snowberry belong to?
creeping snowberry belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does creeping snowberry belong to?
creeping snowberry belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does creeping snowberry belong to?
creeping snowberry belongs to the order Ericales.
What family does creeping snowberry belong to?
creeping snowberry belongs to the family Ericaceae.
What genus does creeping snowberry belong to?
creeping snowberry belongs to the genus Gaultheria.