Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
halleriifolium
ID:
422812

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lodd. ex G.Don

Source:
ksu

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. [Loudon] 156, nomen. 1830

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422144

Common Names

  • Halleriifolium Blueberry
  • Vaccinium Halleriifolium
  • Vaccinium Halleriifol

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Description

Vaccinium halleriifolium (also called Haller'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 halleriifolium 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 halleriifolium 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium halleriifolium 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 halleriifolium

Vaccinium halleriifolium 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 halleriifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium halleriifolium?

Vaccinium halleriifolium

What type of plant is Vaccinium halleriifolium?

Shrub

Where is Vaccinium halleriifolium 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,

Species in the Ericaceae family

References