1. A low-growing North American plant (Gaultheria procumbens) with small white flowers and bright red berries, also known as wintergreen.
Usage: Also called teaberry or boxberry; The berries and leaves have a minty flavor and are used in teas and flavorings
2. The small, bright red berry produced by this plant.

Examples

• The checkerberry plant grows wild in the forests of eastern North America.
• Children often chew on checkerberry leaves for their refreshing minty taste.
• The bright red checkerberries stand out against the green foliage in autumn.
• Checkerberry tea was traditionally used as a home remedy for various ailments.
• The checkerberry's flavor is similar to peppermint and is popular in candies and gum.