Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 72: 251 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422484
Common Names
- Vaccinium summifaucis
- Summi-faucis Vaccinium
- Summi-faucis Blueberry
Description
Vaccinium summifaucis (also called Summi-Faucis Blueberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to the southeastern United States. It is found in open woodlands and thickets, and is typically found in moist soils. It grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters and has small, white flowers and blue-black berries.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium summifaucis 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 summifaucis has small, white flowers that are bell-shaped and have five petals. The seed is a small, black, round berry. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium summifaucis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the southeastern United States. 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 summifaucis
Vaccinium summifaucis is native to tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Vaccinium summifaucis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium summifaucis?
Vaccinium summifaucis
What is the common name of Vaccinium summifaucis?
Dwarf bilberry
What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium summifaucis?
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