Vaccinium vitis-idaea (Lingonberry) - Image 1

Botanical name: Vaccinium vitis-idaea

Common names: Lingonberry, Cowberry

Family: Ericaceae

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 3-7?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersEdible plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Vaccinium vitis-idaea (Lingonberry) plant with round red fruit and thick deep green waxy leaves
Vaccinium vitis-idaea (Lingonberry) clusters of round red fruit nestled among small thick deep green leaves
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