Vaccinium vacciniaceum

Physical Characteristics

Vaccinium vacciniaceum is an evergreen Shrub growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in leaf all year, in flower in May. 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

E. Asia - eastern Himalayas.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. The acid tasting flowers are used in curries[177].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known