Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
ursina
ID:
696489

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.A.Curtis) Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts , n.s., 3: 49 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695822

Common Names

  • Gaylussacia ursina
  • Bearberry Huckleberry
  • Box Huckleberry

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Synonyms

  • Decachaena ursina (M.A.Curtis) Small [valid]
  • Decamerium ursinum Ashe [valid]
  • Vaccinium ursinum M.A.Curtis [valid]

Description

Gaylussacia ursina (also called Bearberry Huckleberry, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to the southeastern United States. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Gaylussacia ursina is a shrub that is used in ornamental gardening and landscaping. It has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaylussacia ursina is a small, urn-shaped, 5-lobed, white to pinkish-white, urn-shaped flower. The seed is a dark brown, flattened, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaylussacia ursina is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in the fall and planted in a well-draining soil. Seeds should be planted in the spring and kept moist until germination. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Gaylussacia ursina

Gaylussacia ursina is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Gaylussacia ursina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaylussacia ursina?

Gaylussacia ursina

What is the common name of Gaylussacia ursina?

Ursine huckleberry

What is the natural habitat of Gaylussacia ursina?

Woodlands, 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

References

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.
Moses Ashley Curtis (1808-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Curtis' in the authors string.