Vaccinium carmesinum

Vaccinium carmesinum

Native to:
Philippines
Vaccinium carmesinum

GBIF: Plants and Lichens of the Southern Philippines Survey; Peter W. Fritsch, Victor B. Amoroso, Fulgent P. Coritico, Darin S. Penneys, Daniel L. Nickrent, Florfe M. Acma, A. Joie D. Lagunday, Jennifer G. Opiso, Jorgen Aberella, Danilo N. Tandang, J.M.M.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Ericaceae
Genus:
Vaccinium
Species:
Vaccinium carmesinum

Growth Characteristics

Height:
200 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white, pink
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★★★★ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)
Pollen Specialist Bee Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Native pollen specialist bee species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies, small mammals
Fall Color:
red, orange

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; sow on acidic peat surface.

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