Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arctostaphylos
ID:
423624

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 351 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422956

Common Names

  • Bearberry
  • Kinnikinnick
  • Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi

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Synonyms

  • Vaccinium maderense Link [valid]

Description

Vaccinium arctostaphylos (also called Bearberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in wooded areas, thickets, and open woods. It has small, white flowers and dark red, edible berries.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium arctostaphylos 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 arctostaphylos is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard-shelled nut. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium arctostaphylos can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants in late summer or early fall. Layering can be done by bending a low branch to the ground and burying it in the soil. Once rooted, the branch can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.

Where to Find Vaccinium arctostaphylos

Vaccinium arctostaphylos is native to the southeastern United States.

Vaccinium arctostaphylos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium arctostaphylos?

Vaccinium arctostaphylos

What is the common name of Vaccinium arctostaphylos?

Bearberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium arctostaphylos?

Mountainous regions of 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