Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nemorosum
ID:
422883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1796

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Stirp. Chap. Allerton 291. 1796 [Nov-Dec 1796]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422215

Common Names

  • Mountain blueberry
  • Mountain cranberry
  • Woodland blueberry

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Description

Vaccinium nemorosum (also called Dwarf 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 nemorosum 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 nemorosum 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 nemorosum 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 nemorosum

Vaccinium nemorosum can be found in Europe, particularly in the Alps, the Carpathians, and the Pyrenees.

Vaccinium nemorosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium nemorosum?

Vaccinium nemorosum

What is the common name of Vaccinium nemorosum?

Mountain bilberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium nemorosum?

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