Vaccinium latifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Index Kew. 2: 1066, 1162 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422114
Common Names
- Latifolium Vaccinium
- Latifolium Blueberry
- Latifolium Vaccinium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium latifolium (also called Broad-leaved 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 latifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its berries are edible and can be used to make jams, jellies, and pies. The leaves can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium latifolium 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 latifolium is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 feet. It is native to the eastern United States and prefers moist, acidic soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring, and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Vaccinium latifolium
Vaccinium latifolium is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.
Vaccinium latifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium latifolium?
Vaccinium latifolium
What is the common name of Vaccinium latifolium?
Latifolium Blueberry
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium latifolium?
It is native to Japan and China.
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.