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Alpine Blueberry
Vaccinium uliginosum var. salicinum

Family: Ericaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It loses its leaves during the year.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows in damp locations. It can grow in light shade.

Countries/locations it is found in

Alaska, Canada, Europe, North America, Spain, Turkey, Türkiye, USA


How it is used for food

Fruit can be eaten raw or cooked. They can be dried and stored for later use.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Vaccinium salicinum Cham. & Schlecht.;