Plant Details

Vaccinium arctostaphylos

Caucasian Whortleberry

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General Information

Scientific name: Vaccinium arctostaphylos
Also known as: Caucasian Whortleberry

Plant Properties

Layer: Shrub
Size: Small
Height: 3.00 m
Width: 2.00 m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acidic
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit, Tea
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(0)
Features:
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