Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovale
ID:
422655

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Young

Source:
ksu

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Cat. Arbres, Arbustes & Pl. Herb. Am. 25 (1783), nomen.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421987

Common Names

  • Oval Blueberry
  • Vaccinium Ovale
  • Vaccinium Oval

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Description

Vaccinium ovale (also called Oval-Leaved Blueberry, Oval-Leaved Vaccinium, and Oval-Leaved Bilberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to western North America. It typically grows in acidic soils in bogs, heaths, and mountains. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and bell-shaped, white flowers. The edible blue-black berries are tart and acidic.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium ovale is used as a food source and for its antioxidant properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium ovale is a small, white bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium ovale is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It prefers moist, acidic soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in early spring. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Vaccinium ovale

Vaccinium ovale can be found in the southeastern United States.

Vaccinium ovale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium ovale?

Vaccinium ovale

What is the common name of Vaccinium ovale?

Oval-Leaved Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium ovale?

It is native to North America, including Canada, the United States, and Mexico

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