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Gaultheria rigida, commonly known as the rigid wintergreen, is a member of the Ericaceae family and is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Gaultheria rigida (Latin: Gaultheria rigida) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Gaultheria rigida is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Gaultheria rigida is a member native to CLM, ECU, PER, and VEN. Gaultheria rigida thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is light (sandy) to medium in texture.
Gaultheria rigida grows best in partial sun/shade, full shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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