Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtillus
ID:
422877

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 349 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422209

Common Names

  • Myrtillus Vaccinium
  • Blueberry Vaccinium
  • Blueberry Blueberry

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Synonyms

  • Vitis-idaea myrtillus (L.) L. [valid]
  • Myrtillus sylvaticus Drejer [valid]
  • Myrtillus nigra Lindstr. [invalid]
  • Myrtillus niger Gilib. [valid]
  • Vaccinium oreophilum Rydb. [valid]
  • Vaccinium myrtillus oreophilum (Rydb.) Dorn [valid]
  • Myrtillus uliginosus microphylla (Lange) Simmons [valid]

Description

Vaccinium myrtillus (also called Bilberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to 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 myrtillus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium myrtillus is a white bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium myrtillus 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 myrtillus

Vaccinium myrtillus can be found in Europe, including the British Isles, Scandinavia, and the Mediterranean.

Vaccinium myrtillus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium myrtillus?

Vaccinium myrtillus

What is the common name of Vaccinium myrtillus?

Blue whortleberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium myrtillus?

It is found in moist woods, bogs, and rocky slopes in northern Europe and North America

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