Himalayan Snowberry
Gaultheria trichophylla

Himalayan Snowberry Plant 

Gaultheria procumbens, or Himalayan Snowberry, is a hardy shrub growing 0.3-0.6m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and produces edible berries with medicinal uses.


Picture illustrating Himalayan Snowberry Plant 

Habit

Shrub

Height

0.5-1.0

Growth

Medium

Soil

Well-drained Sandy Loam

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Himalayas

Climatic Condition

Temperate

Temperature (°)

 

Humidity (%)

55-70

Potting media

40% Loam, 40% Sand, 20% Compost

Fertilizers

Organic Compost

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.3-0.8

Flowering Time

Late Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.0

Water Ph level

6.0-7.0

Soil EC

0.4-0.6

Yield Per Plant 

1-3 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

 

Health Benefits

Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Powdery Mildew ,Aphids, Downy Mildew, Leaf Spot ,Root Rot 

 White powdery patches on leaves ,Curling, yellowing leaves ,Yellow spots on leaves, grayish mold underneath, Brown or black spots on leaves, Yellowing, wilting

 Apply sulfur-based sprays ,Insecticidal soap, neem oil ,Neem oil, improve air circulation ,Prune affected areas, neem oil ,Improve soil drainage, avoid overwatering

In-Organic Remedies

Fungicides containing sulfur, Imidacloprid-based insecticides ,Fungicides with copper, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with metalaxyl 

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