Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ledifolium
ID:
1272837

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pohl

Source:
tro

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bras. Icon. Descr. 2: 36 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272175

Common Names

  • Ledifolium Vaccinium
  • Vaccinium ledifolium
  • Ledifolium Blueberry

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Description

Vaccinium ledifolium (also called 'Ledum Blueberry', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and is characterized by its small, blue berries and leathery leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium ledifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food plant by the larvae of some Lepidoptera species.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium ledifolium is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium ledifolium is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Vaccinium ledifolium

Vaccinium ledifolium is native to North America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in woodlands and forests.

Vaccinium ledifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium ledifolium?

Vaccinium ledifolium

What is the common name of Vaccinium ledifolium?

Ledum Vaccinium

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium ledifolium?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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