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Georgia blueberry
Vaccinium melanocarpum

Family: Ericaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It grows 1.2 m tall. It loses its leaves during the year. The fruit are 8-10 mm across.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It suits hardiness zone 5-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mexico, North America, USA


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw or cooked.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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