Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
fasciculata
ID:
696398

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 4: 131 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695731

Common Names

  • Gaylussacia fasciculata
  • Fasciculate Gaylussacia
  • Gaylussacia

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Synonyms

  • Adnaria fasciculata (Gardner) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Gaylussacia fasciculata (also called 'Clustered Huckleberry', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the eastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small, oval-shaped leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Gaylussacia fasciculata is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. Its berries can be used to make jams and jellies, and it is also a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaylussacia fasciculata is a small, urn-shaped, pink-white flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny drupe. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaylussacia fasciculata is a low-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH. It is not very tolerant of wet soils. Propagation from seed is possible, but cuttings are the preferred method. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Gaylussacia fasciculata

Gaylussacia fasciculata is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Gaylussacia fasciculata FAQ

What is the common name of Gaylussacia fasciculata?

Clustered Huckleberry

What is the scientific name of Clustered Huckleberry?

Gaylussacia fasciculata

What is the natural habitat of Gaylussacia fasciculata?

Tropical forests of North America

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