Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyanthum
ID:
422726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
ksu

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 385 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422058

Common Names

  • Vaccinium Polyanthum
  • Vaccinium
  • Polyanthum

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Description

Vaccinium polyanthum (also called Many-Flowered Blueberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in moist, acidic soils in open woods, bogs, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium polyanthum 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 polyanthum 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 polyanthum is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is also drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Vaccinium polyanthum

Vaccinium polyanthum is native to China and can be found in moist, acidic soils.

Vaccinium polyanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium polyanthum?

Vaccinium polyanthum

What is the common name of Vaccinium polyanthum?

Many-flowered blueberry

What is the habitat of Vaccinium polyanthum?

It is found in moist forests and woodlands in 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