Cassiope is a genus of 9-12 small shrubby species in the family Ericaceae.
They are native to the Arctic and north temperate montane regions.
The genus is named after Cassiopeia of Greek mythology.
Cassiope has scale-like leaves lying against the stems, and produce solitary bell-shaped flowers in late spring.
Plants of the World Online (POWO) recognizes 18 accepted species.