Vaccinium macrophyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Sleumer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 71(1): 168. 1940 [14 Jun 1940]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422262
Common Names
- Largeleaf blueberry
- Largeleaf bilberry
- Largeleaf huckleberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium macrophyllum (also called Big-leaf 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 macrophyllum is used for its edible fruits, which are commonly used in jams and jellies. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium macrophyllum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium macrophyllum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, Vaccinium macrophyllum should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer and kept moist.
Where to Find Vaccinium macrophyllum
Vaccinium macrophyllum can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.
Vaccinium macrophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium macrophyllum?
Vaccinium macrophyllum
What is the common name of Vaccinium macrophyllum?
Big-leaf huckleberry
What is the family of Vaccinium macrophyllum?
Ericaceae
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
References
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.