Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sorsogonense
ID:
423146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 10(136): 3730. 1939 [5 Nov 1939] , anglice

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422478

Common Names

  • Vaccinium sorsogonense
  • Sorsogonense Vaccinium
  • Vaccinium

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Description

Vaccinium sorsogonense (also called Sorsogon blueberry, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Philippines. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers. The shrub produces edible blue-black berries. It grows in moist, acidic soils and is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium sorsogonense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and pies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vaccinium sorsogonense has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium sorsogonense is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the Philippines. It is easy to grow and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established. Prune in late winter to shape and control size.

Where to Find Vaccinium sorsogonense

Vaccinium sorsogonense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Vaccinium sorsogonense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium sorsogonense?

Vaccinium sorsogonense

What is the common name of Vaccinium sorsogonense?

Dwarf bilberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium sorsogonense?

Dry, sandy, acidic soils in open woods and heaths

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