Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macgregorii
ID:
422933

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 10: 53 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422265

Common Names

  • MacGregor's blueberry
  • MacGregor's bilberry
  • MacGregor's huckleberry

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Description

Vaccinium macgregorii (also called MacGregor's Bilberry, among many other common names) is a low-growing, deciduous shrub native to the northern and western parts of North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It grows in moist, acidic soils in open woodlands, meadows, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium macgregorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium macgregorii has small, white or pink flowers that are clustered in a terminal inflorescence. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium macgregorii is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a light soil mix. The plant prefers a moist, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Vaccinium macgregorii

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

Vaccinium macgregorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium macgregorii?

Vaccinium macgregorii

What is the common name of Vaccinium macgregorii?

MacGregor's blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium macgregorii?

It is found in moist, acidic soils in open woodlands, bogs, and heaths

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