Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucanthum
ID:
422910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 8: 524 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422242

Common Names

  • White-flowered blueberry
  • Leucanthum Vaccinium
  • Vaccinium leucanthum

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Synonyms

  • Vaccinium micranthum Dunal [valid]
  • Vaccinium schlechtendalii G.Don [valid]
  • Metagonia schlechtendalii (G.Don) Nutt. [valid]

Description

Vaccinium leucanthum (also called White-flowered Blueberry, among many other common names) is a low-growing, deciduous shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, glossy leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium leucanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a groundcover, and as a food source for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium leucanthum is a white bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, ovoid berry. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium leucanthum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, Vaccinium leucanthum prefers full sun and moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Vaccinium leucanthum

Vaccinium leucanthum can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Vaccinium leucanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium leucanthum?

Vaccinium leucanthum

What type of plant is Vaccinium leucanthum?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Vaccinium leucanthum grow?

Mountainous regions of 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