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Vaccinium modestum

Family: Ericaceae


What it is like

A small shrub. It grows 5-10 cm tall. The leaves are oval and 1-4 cm long by 4-9 mm wide. The flowers occur singly. The fruit is a berry 1 cm across. It is dark purple.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows in forests and alpine meadows between 3,100-4,000 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Himalayas, India, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Tibet


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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