Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cereum
ID:
423815

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) G.Forst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ins. Austr. : 28 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423147

Common Names

  • Cerulean Blueberry
  • Cerulean Bilberry
  • Cerulean Vaccinium

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Synonyms

  • Metagonia cerea (L.f.) Nutt. [valid]
  • Andromeda cerea L.f. [valid]

Description

Vaccinium cereum (also called Wax blueberry, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has oblong-ovate, glossy leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium cereum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber, fuel, and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vaccinium cereum are small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium cereum is a tropical evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained, moist soil mix and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vaccinium cereum

Vaccinium cereum is found in temperate forests of North America, including the United States and Canada.

Vaccinium cereum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium cereum?

Vaccinium cereum

What is the family of Vaccinium cereum?

Ericaceae

What is the common name of Vaccinium cereum?

Cereum

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