Vaccinium shastense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.K.Nelson & Lindstrand
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Madroño 62: 167 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330279
Common Names
- Vaccinium shastense
- Shastense Vaccinium
- Shastense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vaccinium shastense (also called Shasta Vaccinium, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium shastense is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and as an antiseptic. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vaccinium shastense has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium shastense is a shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Vaccinium shastense
Vaccinium shastense is endemic to the United States and can be found in California.
Vaccinium shastense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium shastense?
Vaccinium shastense
What is the common name of Vaccinium shastense?
Shasta Blueberry
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium shastense?
Vaccinium shastense is native to the western United States, from California to Washington
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
Julie Kierstead Nelson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.K.Nelson' in the authors string.
Len Lindstrand, III: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindstrand' in the authors string.