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Vaccinium meridionale

Andean Blueberry, Colombian Blueberry
Other regional names: Jamaican Bilberry
  • Jamaican Bilberry
Also known as: Metagonia meridionalis (Sw.) Nutt. +3 more
  • Metagonia meridionalis (Sw.) Nutt.
  • Vaccinium caracasanum f. acuminatum Kuntze
  • Vaccinium caracasanum f. lanceolatum Kuntze
  • Vaccinium caracasanum f. subellipticum Kuntze
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Ericaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.

Vaccinium meridionale (commonly known as Andean blueberry or Colombian blueberry) is a shrub or tree within the Ericaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Venezuela

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Jamaica

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