Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctatum
ID:
422750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1779

Citation Micro:
Fl. Franç. 3: 396 (1779)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422082

Common Names

  • Vaccinium Punctatum
  • Vaccinium
  • Punctatum

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Description

Vaccinium punctatum (also called Dotted 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 punctatum is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of vitamins and minerals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium punctatum 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 punctatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Vaccinium punctatum

Vaccinium punctatum can be found in the wild in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida, as well as in Mexico.

Vaccinium punctatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium punctatum?

Vaccinium punctatum

What is the common name of Vaccinium punctatum?

Dotted Blueberry

Where is Vaccinium punctatum native to?

Eastern 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