Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bocatorensis
ID:
431313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wilbur

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Sida 11: 441 (-442). 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430645

Common Names

  • Vaccinium bocatorensis
  • Bocatorensis Blueberry
  • Bocatorensis Vaccinium

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Description

Vaccinium bocatorensis (also called 'Bocatorensis Blueberry', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the blueberry family. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has a rhizomatous root system and grows up to 1 meter tall with small, oval leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium bocatorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium bocatorensis has white flowers with yellow-green stamens. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are short-stemmed and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium bocatorensis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done through division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the plants should be kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Vaccinium bocatorensis

Vaccinium bocatorensis is native to South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Vaccinium bocatorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium bocatorensis?

Vaccinium bocatorensis

What type of plant is Vaccinium bocatorensis?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium bocatorensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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