Genus Epigaea is a group of flowering plants commonly known as the Trailing Arbutus or Mayflower. These plants belong to the Ericaceae family and are distributed throughout North America. There are several synonyms for the word Genus Epigaea, such as:
1. Epigaea repens - This is the scientific name of the Trailing Arbutus plant and is often used interchangeably with the Genus Epigaea.
2. Mayflower - This is a common name for Trailing Arbutus and is often used to refer to the plant as a whole.
3. Ground Laurel - This is another common name for Trailing Arbutus due to its leaves resembling those of the Laurel tree.
4. Gravel Plant - This name is derived from the plant's ability to grow in rocky or gravelly soil conditions.