Vaccinium chihuahuense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wilbur & Luteyn
Source:
ksu
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 2: 220 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744972
Common Names
- Vaccinium chihuahuense
- Chihuahuan Vaccinium
- Chihuahuan Vaccinium
Searching for Vaccinium chihuahuense? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium chihuahuense (also called Chihuahuan Blueberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small shrub, reaching up to 1 meter in height, with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium chihuahuense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, bronchitis, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vaccinium chihuahuense is small and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Searching for Vaccinium chihuahuense? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium chihuahuense is a shrub that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Vaccinium chihuahuense
Vaccinium chihuahuense can be found in Mexico.
Vaccinium chihuahuense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium chihuahuense?
Vaccinium chihuahuense
What is the family of Vaccinium chihuahuense?
Ericaceae
What is the common name of Vaccinium chihuahuense?
Chihuahuan Blueberry
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
References
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.