Vaccinium convallariiflorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 18: 116 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422918
Common Names
- Cranberry
- Blueberry
- Huckleberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium convallariiflorum (also called Alpine Blueberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to North America. It grows in acidic soils in open woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium convallariiflorum 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
Vaccinium convallariiflorum has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium convallariiflorum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location for best results.
Where to Find Vaccinium convallariiflorum
Vaccinium convallariiflorum is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida. It can be found in moist, acidic soils in open woods and meadows.
Vaccinium convallariiflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium convallariiflorum?
Vaccinium convallariiflorum
What is the family of Vaccinium convallariiflorum?
Ericaceae
What is the common name of Vaccinium convallariiflorum?
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
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.