Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
praestans
ID:
422729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lamb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 264 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422061

Common Names

  • Vaccinium Praestans
  • Vaccinium
  • Praestans

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Description

Vaccinium praestans (also called Shining 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 praestans 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 praestans 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 praestans is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 feet. It is native to the eastern United States and prefers moist, acidic soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring, and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Vaccinium praestans

Vaccinium praestans is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.

Vaccinium praestans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium praestans?

Vaccinium praestans

What is the common name of Vaccinium praestans?

Praestans vaccinium

What is the family of Vaccinium praestans?

Ericaceae

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