Vaccinium gualtherioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bigelow
Source:
ksu
Year:
1816
Citation Micro:
in New Engl. Med. Journ. v. (1816) 335.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422143
Common Names
- Gualtherioides Blueberry
- Vaccinium Gualtherioides
- Vaccinium Gualtherioi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium gualtherioides (also called Gualther's Blueberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to the eastern United States and Canada. It typically grows to a height of 3-4 feet and has oval-shaped, dark green leaves. Its flowers are white or pink and its fruits are edible blueberries. It is found in moist woodlands, thickets, and bogs.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium gualtherioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its edible fruits, which can be eaten fresh or used to make jams and jellies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium gualtherioides has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are covered in fine hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium gualtherioides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Vaccinium gualtherioides
Vaccinium gualtherioides is native to Mexico and Central America, where it can be found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Vaccinium gualtherioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium gualtherioides?
Vaccinium gualtherioides
What type of plant is Vaccinium gualtherioides?
Shrub
Where is Vaccinium gualtherioides found?
Mexico
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,