Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusum
ID:
423716

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
ksu

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 2: 11 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423048

Common Names

  • Diffuse Vaccinium
  • Diffuse Blueberry
  • Diffuse Bilberry

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Description

Vaccinium diffusum (also called spreading 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 diffusum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used as a food plant for birds and other wildlife. The berries can be eaten raw or cooked and are high in Vitamin C.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium diffusum 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 diffusum 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 diffusum

Vaccinium diffusum can be found in North America, from Canada to Mexico.

Vaccinium diffusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium diffusum?

Vaccinium diffusum

What is the common name of Vaccinium diffusum?

Diffuse Blueberry

Where is Vaccinium diffusum 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