Vaccinium cordifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.Martens & Galeotti) Hemsl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 274 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284168
Common Names
- Vaccinium Cordifolium
- Vaccinium Cordifolium Plant
- Heart-Leaved Vaccinium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium cordifolium (also called Heart-Leaved Vaccinium, among many other common names) is a small shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to North America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium cordifolium is used as a source of food, fiber, and medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium cordifolium has small, white flowers with a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small, round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium cordifolium is a shrub native to North America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in an area with temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C). It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Vaccinium cordifolium
Vaccinium cordifolium can be found in the eastern United States.
Vaccinium cordifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium cordifolium?
Vaccinium cordifolium
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium cordifolium?
It is native to China and found in grasslands and open woodlands.
What are the characteristics of Vaccinium cordifolium?
It is an evergreen shrub with small, ovate leaves and white flowers.
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
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.