Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitidum
ID:
422627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
ksu

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos. 7: t. 480 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421959

Common Names

  • Nitidum Vaccinium
  • Nitidum Blueberry
  • Nitidum Vaccinium

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Description

Vaccinium nitidum (also called Glistening bilberry, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to temperate regions of Asia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is commonly found in moist, wooded areas and is often used in jams and jellies.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium nitidum is used for its edible fruits, which can be eaten raw or used to make jams, jellies, and wines. The leaves are also used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium nitidum 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 nitidum 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 nitidum

Vaccinium nitidum is native to the island of Java in Indonesia.

Vaccinium nitidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium nitidum?

Vaccinium nitidum

What is the common name of Vaccinium nitidum?

Nitidum vaccinium

What is the family of Vaccinium nitidum?

Ericaceae

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