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Eastern Teaberry

Gaultheria procumbens

Taxonomy

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

About

Gaultheria procumbens, also called the eastern teaberry, the checkerberry, the boxberry, or the American wintergreen, is a species of Gaultheria native to northeastern North America from Newfoundland west to southeastern Manitoba, and south to Alabama. It is a member of the Ericaceae (heath family).

Frequently Asked Questions

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