Vaccinium forrestii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 5: 294 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423034
Common Names
- Forrest's Vaccinium
- Forrest's Blueberry
- Forrest's Bilberry
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Vaccinium forrestii (also called Forrest's 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 forrestii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its edible fruit, which is high in antioxidants and vitamins.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vaccinium forrestii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium forrestii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to the Pacific Northwest and can be found in moist, shady areas. It prefers acidic soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or autumn. Layering can be done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Vaccinium forrestii
Vaccinium forrestii is native to North America and can be found in many nurseries and garden centers.
Vaccinium forrestii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium forrestii?
Vaccinium forrestii
What is the common name of Vaccinium forrestii?
Forrest's Blueberry
Where is Vaccinium forrestii 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
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.