Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
convexifolium
ID:
423587

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 25: 10 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422919

Common Names

  • Cranberry
  • Blueberry
  • Huckleberry

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Description

Vaccinium convexifolium (also called Blue Ridge 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 convexifolium 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 convexifolium has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium convexifolium 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 convexifolium

Vaccinium convexifolium is native to the eastern United States, from Maine to Georgia. It can be found in moist, acidic soils in open woods and meadows.

Vaccinium convexifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium convexifolium?

Vaccinium convexifolium

What is the family of Vaccinium convexifolium?

Ericaceae

What is the common name of Vaccinium convexifolium?

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