Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
buxifolia
ID:
696366

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 276 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695699

Common Names

  • Gaylussacia buxifolia
  • Buxifolia Gaylussacia
  • Gaylussacia Buxifolia

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Synonyms

  • Lussacia buxifolia (Kunth) Spreng. [valid]
  • Gaylussacia cacuminis A.C.Sm. [valid]
  • Gaylussacia caracasana DC. [valid]
  • Vaccinium villosum Sm. [valid]
  • Metagonia villosa (Sm.) Nutt. [valid]

Description

Gaylussacia buxifolia (also called Boxleaf Huckleberry, among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America, from Newfoundland to Alaska, south to North Carolina and California. It is found in moist to dry woods, thickets, and clearings.

Uses & Benefits

Gaylussacia buxifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaylussacia buxifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaylussacia buxifolia is a small, evergreen shrub native to North America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, sandy mixture.

Where to Find Gaylussacia buxifolia

Gaylussacia buxifolia can be found in the temperate forests of eastern North America.

Gaylussacia buxifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaylussacia buxifolia?

Gaylussacia buxifolia

What are the common names of Gaylussacia buxifolia?

Box huckleberry, dangleberry

What is the natural habitat of Gaylussacia buxifolia?

Open woods, thickets, and bogs

Species in the Gaylussacia genus

Gaylussacia amazonica, Gaylussacia amoena, Gaylussacia angulata, Gaylussacia angustifolia, Gaylussacia arassatubensis, Gaylussacia baccata, Gaylussacia bigeloviana, Gaylussacia brachycera, Gaylussacia brasiliensis, Gaylussacia buxifolia, Gaylussacia caparoensis, Gaylussacia caratuvensis, Gaylussacia cardenasii, Gaylussacia centunculifolia, Gaylussacia chamissonis, Gaylussacia ciliosa, Gaylussacia cinerea, Gaylussacia cordata, Gaylussacia corvensis, Gaylussacia decipiens, Gaylussacia densa, Gaylussacia dependens, Gaylussacia duartei, Gaylussacia dumosa, Gaylussacia dumosa, Gaylussacia elliptica, Gaylussacia fasciculata, Gaylussacia frondosa, Gaylussacia gardneri, Gaylussacia goyazensis, Gaylussacia harleyi, Gaylussacia hispida, Gaylussacia incana, Gaylussacia jordanensis, Gaylussacia leptobotrys, Gaylussacia linearifolia, Gaylussacia loxensis, Gaylussacia luizae, Gaylussacia martii, Gaylussacia montana, Gaylussacia mosieri, Gaylussacia nana, Gaylussacia oleifolia, Gaylussacia orocola, Gaylussacia pallida, Gaylussacia paranaensis, Gaylussacia peruviana, Gaylussacia pinifolia, Gaylussacia pruinosa, Gaylussacia pseudociliosa,

Species in the Ericaceae family