Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutissimum
ID:
423868

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. Victoria , n.s., 1(2): 15 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423200

Common Names

  • Vaccinium acutissimum
  • Sharp-leaved Blueberry
  • Sharp-leaved Bilberry

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Description

Vaccinium acutissimum (also called Sharpblueberry, 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 acutissimum is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium acutissimum has white flowers with three petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium acutissimum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained medium. Rooting hormone can be used to promote rooting. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a warm, sheltered spot with partial shade.

Where to Find Vaccinium acutissimum

Vaccinium acutissimum is native to Japan and can be found in forests and mountain slopes.

Vaccinium acutissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium acutissimum?

Vaccinium acutissimum

What is the common name of Vaccinium acutissimum?

Sharp-leaved Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium acutissimum?

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