Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meridionale
ID:
422865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 62 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422197

Common Names

  • Meridionale Vaccinium
  • Southern Vaccinium
  • Southern Blueberry

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Synonyms

  • Vaccinium caracasanum Kunth [valid]
  • Metagonia meridionalis (Sw.) (Sw.) Nutt. [valid]

Description

Vaccinium meridionale (also called Southern blueberry, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium meridionale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium meridionale has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped drupe. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, serrated leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium meridionale is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Vaccinium meridionale

Vaccinium meridionale is native to the southeastern United States, from Florida to Texas, and can be found in moist forests and meadows.

Vaccinium meridionale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium meridionale?

Vaccinium meridionale

What is the common name of Vaccinium meridionale?

Southern Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium meridionale?

It is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe

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