Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 55: 173 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422031
Common Names
- Schultze's Blueberry
- Schultze's Vaccinium
- Schultzei Blueberry
Description
Vaccinium schultzei (also called Schultze's Blueberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to western North America. It typically grows up to 1–2 m in height and has small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves. It produces small, dark blue berries that are edible and sweet. It is found in moist forests, meadows, and open areas, and can also be found in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium schultzei is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of vitamins and minerals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium schultzei has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are covered in fine hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium schultzei is a shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a potting mix.
Where to Find Vaccinium schultzei
Vaccinium schultzei can be found in the southeastern United States.
Vaccinium schultzei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium schultzei?
Vaccinium schultzei
What is the common name of Vaccinium schultzei?
Schultzei vaccinium
What is the family of Vaccinium schultzei?
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