Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dialypetalum
ID:
423710

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Icon. Bogor. 4: t. 331 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423042

Common Names

  • Dialypetalum Vaccinium
  • Dialypetalum Blueberry
  • Dialypetalum Bilberry

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Synonyms

  • Agapetes micrantha Ridl. ex Burkill & Holttum [valid]
  • Agapetes parviflora Ridl. [valid]
  • Agapetes perakensis Ridl. [valid]
  • Agapetes pubescens Ridl. [valid]
  • Agapetes wrayi Ridl. [valid]

Description

Vaccinium dialypetalum (also called two-petal 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 dialypetalum 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

The flowers of Vaccinium dialypetalum are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium dialypetalum 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 dialypetalum

Vaccinium dialypetalum is native to North America and can be found in many nurseries and garden centers.

Vaccinium dialypetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium dialypetalum?

Vaccinium dialypetalum

What is the common name of Vaccinium dialypetalum?

Dialypetalum Blueberry

Where is Vaccinium dialypetalum 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