Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassistylum
ID:
423618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:
ksu

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Blumea 11: 92 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422950

Common Names

  • Crassistylum Blueberry
  • Crassistylum Vaccinium
  • Crassistylum Cranberry

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Description

Vaccinium crassistylum (also called Thick-leaved Blueberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to the southeastern 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 crassistylum 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 crassistylum 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 crassistylum is a perennial evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Vaccinium crassistylum

Vaccinium crassistylum 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 crassistylum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium crassistylum?

Vaccinium crassistylum

What is the common name of Vaccinium crassistylum?

Thick-stalked cranberry

Where is Vaccinium crassistylum found?

Vaccinium crassistylum 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