Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
littoreum
ID:
422916

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind., Eerste Bijv. : 587 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422248

Common Names

  • Littoral blueberry
  • Littoreum Vaccinium
  • Vaccinium littoreum

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Description

Vaccinium littoreum (also called Beach 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 littoreum 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 littoreum 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 littoreum 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 littoreum prefers full sun and moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Vaccinium littoreum

Vaccinium littoreum can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Vaccinium littoreum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium littoreum?

Vaccinium littoreum

What is the common name of Vaccinium littoreum?

Coastal blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium littoreum?

It is found in moist woods, bogs, and rocky slopes in eastern 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