Vaccinium lanceifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Sleumer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 71: 168 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422129
Common Names
- Lanceifolium Vaccinium
- Lanceifolium Blueberry
- Lanceifolium Vaccinium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium lanceifolium (also called Lance-Leaved 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 lanceifolium 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 lanceifolium has white flowers with five petals, small black seeds, and small seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium lanceifolium 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 lanceifolium
Vaccinium lanceifolium can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida.
Vaccinium lanceifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium lanceifolium?
Vaccinium lanceifolium
What is the common name of Vaccinium lanceifolium?
Lance-leaved Blueberry
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium lanceifolium?
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
References
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.