Dryland blueberry, Low Blueberry, Late low blueberry
Vaccinium vacillans
Family: Ericaceae
What it is like
A small shrub. It grows 1.2 m tall. It loses its leaves during the year. The leaves are alternate and have short leaf stalks. They are 3 cm long and 2 cm wide. The flowers are tube or urn shaped and 5-6 mm long. The fruit are 5 mm across.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It suits USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Countries/locations it is found in
North America, USA
How it is used for food
The fruit can be eaten raw or cooked. They are sweet. They are also used in pies, puddings and muffins.
Edible parts
Fruit