Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hatamense
ID:
422830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Malesia 1: 210 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422162

Common Names

  • Vaccinium hatamense
  • Hatamense Vaccinium
  • Hatamense Vaccin

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Description

Vaccinium hatamense (also called Hatam Bilberry, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with white flowers and edible blue-black berries. It is native to the mountains of Japan and typically grows in moist, acidic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium hatamense is used for its edible fruits, which are used to make jams, jellies, and pies. It is also used for landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium hatamense is a small, bell-shaped white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium hatamense is a shrub native to the Himalayan region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a light soil mix. The plant prefers a moist, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Vaccinium hatamense

Vaccinium hatamense 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 hatamense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium hatamense?

Vaccinium hatamense

What type of plant is Vaccinium hatamense?

Shrub

Where is Vaccinium hatamense 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