Vaccinium hirtum
Family: Ericaceae
What it is like
A shrub that loses its leaves. It grows 90-120 cm tall and has many branches. The young stems are green and slender. The leaves vary in shape. They can be broadly or narrowly oval or sword shaped. They are 5 cm long and 1-2 cm wide. They are bright green or can have a reddish tinge. They have fine teeth. The flowers can occur singly or in groups of 3 on shoots of the pervious year's growth. The fruit are round or oval and red. They are 8 mm across.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in the mountains near pine forests in Japan. It suits temperate climates and a slightly shaded position.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Japan, Russia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown by seed.