Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corymbodendron
ID:
423615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 569 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422947

Common Names

  • Corymbodendron Blueberry
  • Corymbodendron Vaccinium
  • Corymbodendron Cranberry

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Synonyms

  • Thibaudia corymbodendron Ruiz & Pav. ex Dunal [valid]
  • Metagonia corymbodendron (Dunal) Nutt. [valid]

Description

Vaccinium corymbodendron (also called Highbush Blueberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in wooded areas, thickets, and open woods. It has small, white flowers and dark blue, edible berries.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium corymbodendron is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other wildlife. It also has medicinal uses, including as a treatment for coughs, colds, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium corymbodendron has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and ovoid. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium corymbodendron is a low-maintenance, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or from seed sown in spring.

Where to Find Vaccinium corymbodendron

Vaccinium corymbodendron 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 corymbodendron FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium corymbodendron?

Vaccinium corymbodendron

What is the common name of Vaccinium corymbodendron?

Corymb-bearing cranberry

Where is Vaccinium corymbodendron found?

Vaccinium corymbodendron is found in the eastern United States and Canada.

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