Vaccinium rubescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
R.C.Fang
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 174 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248579
Common Names
- Rubescens Vaccinium
- Rubescens Vaccinium Vine
- Rubescens Vaccinium Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium rubescens (also called Red Blueberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple and alternate. It grows in dry and wet areas, such as grasslands, forests and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium rubescens is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and is also used to treat fever, rheumatism, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium rubescens has white or pinkish flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium rubescens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Vaccinium rubescens
Vaccinium rubescens is native to North America and can be found in open woodlands.
Vaccinium rubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium rubescens?
Vaccinium rubescens
What is the common name of Vaccinium rubescens?
Red-fruited Blueberry
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium rubescens?
It is native to 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
References
Rhui Cheng Fang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Fang' in the authors string.