Vaccinium arctostaphylos
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Vaccinium arctostaphylos
Also known as:
Caucasian Whortleberry
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Shrub
Format:
Smal
Height:
3.00 m
Width:
2.00 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acid
Acid
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Fruit, Tea
Fruit, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
None
None
Description
Fruit - to be consumed raw or cooked. The fruit is juicy with a slightly sour taste, making it a moderately appealing snack, although not particularly remarkable. This fruit is usually produced abundantly when the plant thrives well. The pear-shaped fruits are small, about 8 - 10 mm in size. Additionally, the leaves can be used as a substitute for tea.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/07
End of Harvest:
15/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Morus alba White mulberry |
Morus alba can improve soil structure and fertility, benefiting Vaccinium arctostaphylos with organic matter as it decays. |
|
Ribes rubrum Redcurrant, Whitecurrant |
Ribes rubrum helps attract pollinators that can support Vaccinium arctostaphylos's fruit production. |
|
Salvia officinalis Sage |
Salvia officinalis can deter pests that might harm Vaccinium arctostaphylos. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Corylus avellana provides shade that can help protect Vaccinium arctostaphylos from excessive sun exposure. |
|
Amelanchier alnifolia Serviceberry |
Amelanchier alnifolia can enhance soil quality through nitrogen fixation, benefiting Vaccinium arctostaphylos. |