Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decamerocarpon
ID:
423724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunal

Source:
ksu

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 566 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423056

Common Names

  • Decamerocarpon Vaccinium
  • Decamerocarpon Blueberry
  • Decamerocarpon Bilberry

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Description

Vaccinium decamerocarpon (also called ten-fruit blueberry, among many other common names) is a small deciduous shrub native to western North America. It has small, dark green leaves and small, bell-shaped white flowers. The shrub is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, bogs, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium decamerocarpon 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

Vaccinium decamerocarpon has small, bell-shaped, white or pink flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium decamerocarpon 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 decamerocarpon

Vaccinium decamerocarpon is found in the eastern United States from Maine to Florida and west to Minnesota and Texas.

Vaccinium decamerocarpon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium decamerocarpon?

Vaccinium decamerocarpon

What is the common name of Vaccinium decamerocarpon?

Decamerocarpon Blueberry

Where is Vaccinium decamerocarpon found?

China

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