Status:
valid
Authors:
Koord.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 883 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421972
Common Names
- Vaccinium vonroemeri
- Von Roemer's Vaccinium
- Roemer's Vaccinium
Description
Vaccinium vonroemeri (also called Roemer's Blueberry, Roemer's Vaccinium, and Roemer's Bilberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to western North America. It typically grows in acidic soils in bogs, heaths, and mountains. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and bell-shaped, white flowers. The edible blue-black berries are tart and acidic.
Uses & Benefits
Vaccinium vonroemeri is used as a food source and for its antioxidant properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vaccinium vonroemeri is a small, white bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vaccinium vonroemeri is a perennial shrub native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late winter or early spring and planted in well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until established.
Where to Find Vaccinium vonroemeri
Vaccinium vonroemeri is native to the island of Java in Indonesia.
Vaccinium vonroemeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vaccinium vonroemeri?
Vaccinium vonroemeri
What type of plant is Vaccinium vonroemeri?
A shrub
Where is Vaccinium vonroemeri native to?
Mexico
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