Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lorentzii
ID:
422904

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koord.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 883 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422236

Common Names

  • Lorentz's blueberry
  • Lorentzii Vaccinium
  • Vaccinium lorentzii

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Description

Vaccinium lorentzii (also called Lorentz's 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 lorentzii 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 flowers of Vaccinium lorentzii are small, white, and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium lorentzii 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 lorentzii prefers full sun and moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Vaccinium lorentzii

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

Vaccinium lorentzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium lorentzii?

Vaccinium lorentzii

What type of plant is Vaccinium lorentzii?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Vaccinium lorentzii grow?

Mountainous regions of South 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