Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xerampelinum
ID:
422587

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Blumea 12: 134 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421919

Common Names

  • Xerampelinum Vaccinium
  • Xerampelinum Blueberry
  • Xerampelinum Vaccinium

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Description

Vaccinium xerampelinum (also called Xerampelina blueberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Japan. It grows in moist habitats such as forests, meadows, and stream banks, and can reach heights of up to 1.5 m.

Uses & Benefits

Vaccinium xerampelinum is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vaccinium xerampelinum is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vaccinium xerampelinum is a deciduous shrub that grows in moist, acidic soils in temperate climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vaccinium xerampelinum

Vaccinium xerampelinum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Vaccinium xerampelinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vaccinium xerampelinum?

Vaccinium xerampelinum

What is the common name of Vaccinium xerampelinum?

Xerampelinum Vaccinium

What is the natural habitat of Vaccinium xerampelinum?

It is found in moist grasslands and open woodlands

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