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prince's pine
Scientific Name: Chimaphila
Family: Pyrolaceae
Category: Dicot
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Chimaphila umbellata
Chimaphila umbellata, commonly known as Umbellate Wintergreen, Pipsissewa, or Prince's pine, is a captivating perennial plant that adds a touch of evergreen beauty to woodland environments.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 30 cm tall.
- The leaves are glossy and dark green, with toothed edges.
- Historically, Prince's pine has been used in Native American botanical medicine.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Ericaceae (Heath Family)
- Genus: Chimaphila
- Synonyms: Pyrola umbellata
Distribution and Habitat
- Chimaphila umbellata is found in dry woodlands and sandy soils.
- It grows throughout the United States, particularly in cool, moist areas.
- The plant is also native to East Asian temperate coniferous and deciduous forests, referenced as Chimaphila japonica.
Morphological Characteristics
- General: Evergreen, erect shrub, typically 10-30 cm tall.
- Stems: Slightly branched, reddish, usually up to 15 cm in height.
- Leaves: Glossy, dark green with toothed edges; widest at or below their midlength, bluish-green, apex acute, base rounded.
- Flowers: Pink, with 1 to 3 pedicels.
Traditional Uses
- Noble prince's-pine or pipsissewa was widely used in Native American botanical medicine.
- Has been used to support urinary tract health and fluid balance.