Status:
valid
Authors:
Makino
Source:
ksu
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 17: 56. 1903
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422213
Common Names
- Nagur huckleberry
- Nagur mountain huckleberry
- Nagur Vaccinium
Description
Vaccinium nagurae (also called Nagur 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 nagurae 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
The flower of Vaccinium nagurae 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium nagurae 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 nagurae
Vaccinium nagurae can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Vaccinium nagurae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium nagurae?
Vaccinium nagurae
What is the common name of Vaccinium nagurae?
Nagur blueberry
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium nagurae?
It is found in moist woods, bogs, and rocky slopes in eastern 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