Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imbricans
ID:
422801

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 25: 13 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422133

Common Names

  • Imbricans Blueberry
  • Vaccinium Imbricans
  • Vaccinium Imbrica

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Description

Vaccinium imbricans (also called Imbricate 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 imbricans 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 imbricans has white flowers with five petals, small black seeds, and small seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium imbricans 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 imbricans

Vaccinium imbricans can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida.

Vaccinium imbricans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium imbricans?

Vaccinium imbricans

What is the common name of Vaccinium imbricans?

Imbricate Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium imbricans?

Mountainous regions in western North America

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