Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
montana
ID:
696431

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pohl) Sleumer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 86: 344 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695764

Common Names

  • Mountain Dangleberry
  • Mountain Danglebreeze
  • Mountain Danglebreeze Blueberry

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Synonyms

  • Gaylussacia hispida DC. [valid]
  • Gaylussacia hispida glabrescens Meisn. [valid]
  • Gaylussacia hispida pilifera Meisn. [valid]
  • Gaylussacia montana montana [valid]

Description

Gaylussacia montana (also called Blueberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to the eastern United States. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers that bloom in late spring. It is found in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides. It is tolerant of a variety of soil types and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Gaylussacia montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shelter and food for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gaylussacia montana var. angustifolia (Meisn.) Sleumer

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaylussacia montana 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 montana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Gaylussacia montana

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

Gaylussacia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaylussacia montana?

Gaylussacia montana

What is the common name of Gaylussacia montana?

Mountain huckleberry

What is the natural habitat of Gaylussacia montana?

Dry, sandy soils in open woods and clearings

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