Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
poilanei
ID:
422724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dop

Source:
ksu

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 707 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422056

Common Names

  • Vaccinium Poilanei
  • Vaccinium
  • Poilanei

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Description

Vaccinium poilanei (also called Poilane's Blueberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, acidic soils in open woods, bogs, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium poilanei is used as a food source for birds and small mammals, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium poilanei is a small, white bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with round, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium poilanei is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). Pruning is not necessary, but can be done in late winter to shape the plant.

Where to Find Vaccinium poilanei

Vaccinium poilanei is native to Vietnam and can be found in tropical forests.

Vaccinium poilanei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium poilanei?

Vaccinium poilanei

What is the common name of Vaccinium poilanei?

Poilane's blueberry

What is the habitat of Vaccinium poilanei?

It is found in moist forests and woodlands in Southeast Asia

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