Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marylandicum
ID:
422929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. [Steudel], ed. 2. 2: 739. 1841

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422261

Common Names

  • Maryland blueberry
  • Maryland bilberry
  • Maryland huckleberry

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Description

Vaccinium marylandicum (also called Maryland 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 marylandicum 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 marylandicum 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 marylandicum 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 marylandicum should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer and kept moist.

Where to Find Vaccinium marylandicum

Vaccinium marylandicum can be found in the eastern United States, including the Appalachian Mountains.

Vaccinium marylandicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium marylandicum?

Vaccinium marylandicum

What is the common name of Vaccinium marylandicum?

Maryland blueberry

What is the family of Vaccinium marylandicum?

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