Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 72: 257 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423060
Common Names
- Debilescens Vaccinium
- Debilescens Blueberry
- Debilescens Bilberry
Description
Vaccinium debilescens (also called Weak blueberry, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has oblong-ovate, glossy leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium debilescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. The berries can be eaten raw or cooked and are high in Vitamin C.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vaccinium debilescens is a small, white, bell-shaped flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black berry. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium debilescens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Vaccinium debilescens
Vaccinium debilescens is found in the eastern United States from Maine to Florida and west to Minnesota and Texas.
Vaccinium debilescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium debilescens?
Vaccinium debilescens
What is the common name of Vaccinium debilescens?
Weak Blueberry
What is the native range of Vaccinium debilescens?
Eastern North America
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