Vaccinium lundellianum

Vaccinium lundellianum

Native to:
Guatemala | Honduras | Mexico | Mexico Southeast

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Epiphyte
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 in acidic, moist medium.

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