Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imrayi
ID:
422815

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 3: t. 292 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422147

Common Names

  • Vaccinium imrayi
  • Imray's Vaccinium
  • Imray Vaccinium

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Description

Vaccinium imrayi (also called Imray's Blueberry, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist habitats such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium imrayi is used for its edible fruits, which are commonly used in jams and jellies. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium imrayi 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 imrayi 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 imrayi

Vaccinium imrayi 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 imrayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium imrayi?

Vaccinium imrayi

What type of plant is Vaccinium imrayi?

Shrub

Where is Vaccinium imrayi 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