Vaccinium microphyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lange) Á.Löve
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 1950(1): 49. [31 Mar 1950]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422202
Common Names
- Microphyllum Vaccinium
- Small-Leaved Vaccinium
- Small-Leaved Blueberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium microphyllum (also called Small-leaf 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 microphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in jams and jellies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Vaccinium microphyllum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium microphyllum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the western United States and Canada. It prefers moist, acidic soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in the spring. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a sandy soil.
Where to Find Vaccinium microphyllum
Vaccinium microphyllum can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.
Vaccinium microphyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium microphyllum?
Vaccinium microphyllum
What is the common name of Vaccinium microphyllum?
Small-leaved Blueberry
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium microphyllum?
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
References
Áskell Löve (1916-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Á.Löve' in the authors string.
Johan Lange (1818-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lange' in the authors string.
Olaf Hagerup (1889-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hagerup' in the authors string.