Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
frondosa
ID:
696400

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Fl. New York 1: 449 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695733

Common Names

  • Gaylussacia frondosa
  • Frondose Gaylussacia
  • Gaylussacia

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Synonyms

  • Decachaena frondosa (L.) Small [valid]
  • Decamerium frondosum (L.) Nutt. [valid]
  • Gaylussacia frondosa glaucophylla Champ. [valid]
  • Gaylussacia frondosa polycodioides Champ. [valid]
  • Gaylussacia frondosa frondosa [valid]
  • Vaccinium frondosum L. [valid]

Description

Gaylussacia frondosa (also called Dangleberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada, and is found in moist woods and thickets. It has large, alternate, oval-shaped leaves, and white to pinkish flowers that are borne in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Gaylussacia frondosa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gaylussacia frondosa var. nana A.Gray

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaylussacia frondosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny drupe. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaylussacia frondosa 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 frondosa

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

Gaylussacia frondosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaylussacia frondosa?

Gaylussacia frondosa

What is the common name of Gaylussacia frondosa?

Dangleberry

What is the natural habitat of Gaylussacia frondosa?

Woodlands, thickets, and swamps

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

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.