Vaccinium floccosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
(L.O.Williams) Wilbur & Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 29: 272 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423007
Common Names
- Floccosum Blueberry
- Mountain Blueberry
- Mountain Bilberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium floccosum (also called Woolly Blueberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in moist, sandy habitats such as pine flatwoods and coastal dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium floccosum is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a food source, as the leaves and fruits are edible. The fruits are also used to make jams, jellies, and other food products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium floccosum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and ovoid. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium floccosum 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 floccosum
Vaccinium floccosum can be found in North America and Asia.
Vaccinium floccosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium floccosum?
Vaccinium floccosum
What is the common name of Vaccinium floccosum?
Woolly Blueberry
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium floccosum?
Woodlands, thickets, and open areas
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
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.