Madeiran Whortleberry
Vaccinium padifolium
Basic Information
Family: Ericaceae
Genus: vaccinium
Plant ID (slug): vaccinium-padifolium
Numeric ID: 2000
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Vaccinium padifolium is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Madeira
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. Sweet[1, 105, 177]. Black, juicy and gratefully acid[183]. The fruit is about 12mm in diameter[200].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Vaccinium padifolium Madeiran Whortleberry PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Vaccinium padifolium is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.