Vaccinium cespitosum facts for kids
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V. cespitosum
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The dwarf bilberry (also known as Vaccinium cespitosum) is a small flowering plant. It belongs to the same plant family as many of your favorite berries, like blueberries, huckleberries, and cranberries. It's a type of shrub, but it stays very close to the ground.
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Where Does the Dwarf Bilberry Grow?
This little plant is found in many places across North America. You can see it all over Canada, even in the cold Arctic regions. It also grows in the northern and western parts of the United States. Further south, you can find it in Mexico and Guatemala. It likes to spread out in rocky, mountain meadows.
What Does the Dwarf Bilberry Look Like?
The dwarf bilberry is a very short plant. It usually grows less than half a meter (about 1.5 feet) tall. It often forms a soft, carpet-like cover on the ground.
Leaves and Flowers
Its leaves can be reddish-green or just green. The flowers are tiny and shaped like little cups. They are a light pink color and are less than a centimeter (about 0.4 inches) wide.
Delicious Fruit
The best part about the dwarf bilberry is its fruit! It produces small, blue bilberries that are safe to eat. These berries are a tasty treat for both animals and people who find them in the wild.
