Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
usunoki
ID:
423108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
ksu

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Trees Shrubs Japan , ed. 2: 250 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422440

Common Names

  • Vaccinium Usunoki
  • Usunoki Vaccinium
  • Vaccinium

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Description

Vaccinium usunoki (also called Usunoki Blueberry, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, bell-shaped white flowers. The shrub grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium usunoki is used as a food source for humans and animals, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium usunoki is a small, bell-shaped white or pink flower. The seed of Vaccinium usunoki is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings of Vaccinium usunoki are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium usunoki is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to Japan. 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 usunoki

Vaccinium usunoki is found in the southeastern United States, primarily in the Appalachian Mountains.

Vaccinium usunoki FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium usunoki?

Vaccinium usunoki

What is the common name of Vaccinium usunoki?

Usunoki's blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium usunoki?

It is found in moist, acidic soils in open woodlands, bogs, 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