Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antipodum
ID:
423631

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reinecke

Source:
ksu

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 664 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422963

Common Names

  • Antipodean Blueberry
  • Antipodean Vaccinium
  • Antipodean Cranberry

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Description

Vaccinium antipodum (also called New Zealand Blueberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to New Zealand and is found in wooded areas, thickets, and open woods. It has small, white flowers and dark blue, edible berries.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium antipodum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and as a hedge plant. The berries can be eaten raw or cooked and are high in vitamin C.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium antipodum is a small, white or pink bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark blue berry. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium antipodum is a deciduous shrub that is native to New Zealand. It grows to a height of 2-3 meters and has white flowers in the spring. It prefers moist, acidic soils and can tolerate shade. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in the fall in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. Layering can be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Vaccinium antipodum

Vaccinium antipodum is native to the southeastern United States.

Vaccinium antipodum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium antipodum?

Vaccinium antipodum

What is the common name of Vaccinium antipodum?

Antipodean Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium antipodum?

Mountainous regions of New Zealand

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