Vaccinium orosiense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wilbur & J.L.Luteyn
Source:
tro
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 29: 275 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047954
Common Names
- Vaccinium orosiense
- Orosi Vaccinium
- Orosi Blueberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium orosiense (also called Costa Rican blueberry, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height and has white flowers. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and is found in wet and humid habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium orosiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for dry and hot climates, making it a great choice for xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium orosiense has white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium orosiense is a shrub native to the dry forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Vaccinium orosiense
Vaccinium orosiense can be found in the mountains of western Yunnan, in China.
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
References
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.