Leucothoe racemosa, commonly known as "sweet pepperbush", is a native North American shrub that belongs to the Ericaceae family. This shrub is popular for its ability to thrive in moist soils and its picturesque foliage. Some of the synonyms for this plant include Clethra alnifolia and Clethra racemosa. The name "sweet pepperbush" is derived from the sweet fragrance of its flowers, which resembles peppercorn. The plant is also referred to as "coastal sweet pepperbush" and "mountain laurel", due to its widespread distribution across North America. Its leaves are heavily utilized in traditional medicine, with applications ranging from wound healing to treatment of respiratory illnesses.