Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salicifolium
ID:
422660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. [Steudel], ed. 2. 2: 740. 1841

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421992

Common Names

  • Willowleaf Blueberry
  • Vaccinium Salicifolium
  • Vaccinium Willowleaf

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Description

Vaccinium salicifolium (also called Willow-leaved Blueberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to North America and is found in moist forests and woodlands. The leaves are narrow and willow-like, and have a smooth texture. The flowers are white and bell-shaped, and the fruits are small, round, and blue-black in color.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium salicifolium is used as a food source and for its antioxidant properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium salicifolium has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium salicifolium is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It prefers moist, acidic soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in early spring. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Vaccinium salicifolium

Vaccinium salicifolium can be found in the southeastern United States.

Vaccinium salicifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium salicifolium?

Vaccinium salicifolium

What is the common name of Vaccinium salicifolium?

Willow-Leaved Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium salicifolium?

It is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria

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