Vaccinium densifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 25: 9 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423043
Common Names
- Denseleaf Vaccinium
- Denseleaf Blueberry
- Denseleaf Bilberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium densifolium (also called dense-leaf 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 densifolium is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, coughs, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used as a food source, as the berries can be eaten raw or cooked. The leaves can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium densifolium has small, urn-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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium densifolium 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 densifolium
Vaccinium densifolium is native to North America and can be found in many nurseries and garden centers.
Vaccinium densifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium densifolium?
Vaccinium densifolium
What is the common name of Vaccinium densifolium?
Dense-leaved Blueberry
Where is Vaccinium densifolium 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
References
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.