Botanico

Plant profile

Vaccinium moupinense

Vaccinium moupinense Franch.

An outdoor shrub with small leaves and dark berries. Grow it in moist, well-drained acidic soil in partial shade.

From Wikipedia

Vaccinium moupinense, also known as the Himalayan blueberry, is a species of perennial shrub in the genus Vaccinium. The shrub is native to the Chinese Himalayas, particularly to Western Sichuan Province. It flowers in late spring and early summer.

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Open-data facts

Life form
Shrubby life form: branches from the base.
Climate
Its natural climate is temperate: distinct summers and winters.
Origin / area
It is considered native to: China (WC. Sichuan, Guizhou, NE. Yunnan).

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    Ecological interactions

    • Pathogens observed in this species:

      Pochazia shantungensis, Popillia japonica, Naupactus xanthographus, Scirtothrips aurantii, Blunervirus vaccinii, Scirtothrips dorsalis, Exomala orientalis, Orgyia leucostigma…

    Basic care

    Watering
    In heatwaves, water a bit more—without overdoing it.
    Light
    Prefers clear rooms; avoid basements and dark halls.
    Temperature
    Sudden temperature swings stress it.
    Humidity
    Bright bathrooms or kitchens with some steam often suit it.

    Pet toxicity

    If your pet chews plants often, offer safe play alternatives.

    Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).

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