Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acosta
ID:
423870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raeusch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. [Raeusch.] ed. 3, 109 (sp. dub.). 1797

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423202

Common Names

  • Vaccinium acosta
  • Acosta's Blueberry
  • Acosta's Bilberry

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Description

Vaccinium acosta (also called Acosta's Blueberry, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Ericaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1m tall. It is native to North America, and is found in moist woods, bogs, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium acosta is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium acosta has small white flowers, small seeds and seedlings with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium acosta can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from the root system and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Vaccinium acosta

Vaccinium acosta can be found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida and west to Texas.

Vaccinium acosta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium acosta?

Vaccinium acosta

What is the common name of Vaccinium acosta?

Acosta's Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium acosta?

Temperate forests in North America

Species in the Vaccinium genus

Vaccinium absconditum, Vaccinium acosta, Vaccinium acrobracteatum, Vaccinium acutissimum, Vaccinium adenandrum, Vaccinium adenanthum, Vaccinium adenochaetum, Vaccinium adenotrichum, Vaccinium affine, Vaccinium affinis, Vaccinium africanum, Vaccinium agusanense, Vaccinium aitapense, Vaccinium alainii, Vaccinium alaskaense, Vaccinium alatum, Vaccinium albicans, Vaccinium albidens, Vaccinium almedae, Vaccinium altiterrae, Vaccinium altomontanum, Vaccinium alvarezii, Vaccinium amakhangium, Vaccinium amamianum, Vaccinium amazonicum, Vaccinium ambivalens, Vaccinium ambyandrum, Vaccinium amoenum, Vaccinium amphoterum, Vaccinium amplexicaule, Vaccinium amplifolium, Vaccinium ampullaceum, Vaccinium andringitrense, Vaccinium angiense, Vaccinium angulatum, Vaccinium angulatum, Vaccinium angulosum, Vaccinium angustifolium, Vaccinium angustilimbum, Vaccinium antipodum, Vaccinium apiculatum, Vaccinium apophysatum, Vaccinium appendiculatum, Vaccinium apricum, Vaccinium arboreum, Vaccinium arbutoides, Vaccinium arctostaphylos, Vaccinium arcuatum, Vaccinium ardisioides, Vaccinium arenarium,

Species in the Ericaceae family