Vaccinium myrsinites
Vaccinium myrsinites
Vaccinium myrsinites (pronunciation: vuh-SIN-ee-um mer-sin-EYE-teez), commonly known as the Shiny Blueberry, is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States.
Etymology
The genus name Vaccinium comes from the Latin word for "blueberry". The species name myrsinites is derived from the Greek word myrsine, which means "myrtle", referring to the plant's myrtle-like leaves.
Description
Vaccinium myrsinites is a small, evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 1–3 feet. It produces small, white, bell-shaped flowers in the spring, followed by shiny, blue-black berries in the summer. The leaves are small, leathery, and dark green, turning reddish in the fall.
Habitat and Distribution
Vaccinium myrsinites is found in a variety of habitats, including pine flatwoods, sandhills, and scrub. It is native to the southeastern United States, with a range extending from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.
Uses
The berries of Vaccinium myrsinites are edible and can be used to make jams, jellies, and pies. The plant is also used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and berries.
Related Terms
- Ericaceae: The plant family to which Vaccinium myrsinites belongs.
- Shiny Blueberry: A common name for Vaccinium myrsinites.
- Pine flatwoods: A type of habitat where Vaccinium myrsinites is commonly found.
- Sandhills: Another type of habitat where Vaccinium myrsinites is commonly found.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vaccinium myrsinites
- Wikipedia's article - Vaccinium myrsinites
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