Chimaphila

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Chimaphila

Description Chimaphila, commonly known as pipsissewa, is a genus of evergreen shrubs and herbaceous perennials in the family Ericaceae. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is known for its medicinal properties. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Ericales Family Ericaceae Genus Chimaphila Appearance Chimaphila has glossy, dark green leaves that are…