Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nikkoense
ID:
422622

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
ksu

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Nakai & Koidz. Trees & Shrubs Japan Proper, ed. 1 182 (1922), japonice.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421954

Common Names

  • Nikkoense Vaccinium
  • Nikkoense Blueberry
  • Nikkoense Vaccinium

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Description

Vaccinium nikkoense (also called Nikko Cranberry, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in moist, acidic soils in woodlands, bogs, and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium nikkoense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium nikkoense is a small, white bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium nikkoense is a shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand. The cuttings should be kept at a temperature of 18-21°C and should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Vaccinium nikkoense

Vaccinium nikkoense is native to the island of Honshu in Japan.

Vaccinium nikkoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium nikkoense?

Vaccinium nikkoense

What is the common name of Vaccinium nikkoense?

Nikko Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium nikkoense?

Mountainous regions in Japan

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