Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvibracteum
ID:
422592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
ksu

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 3: 128 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421924

Common Names

  • Parvibracteum Vaccinium
  • Parvibracteum Blueberry
  • Parvibracteum Vaccinium

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Description

Vaccinium parvibracteum (also called Small-bracted 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 parvibracteum is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium parvibracteum is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium parvibracteum is a deciduous shrub that grows in moist, acidic soils in temperate climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vaccinium parvibracteum

Vaccinium parvibracteum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Vaccinium parvibracteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium parvibracteum?

Vaccinium parvibracteum

What is the common name of Vaccinium parvibracteum?

Small-bracted Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium parvibracteum?

Mountainous regions in western 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