Vaccinium angustifolium aka Lowbush Blueberry

Vaccinium angustifolium, commonly known as the wild lowbush blueberry, is a compact, deciduous shrub native to eastern and central Canada and the northeastern United States. It can be found growing as far south as the Great Smoky Mountains and west to the Great Lakes region. This species is the most common type of wild blueberry used commercially and is known for its "low sweet" berries. The plant features attractive glossy blue-green leaves that turn purple-red in autumn, clusters of white flowers flushed pink in spring, and edible blue-black fruits in summer. Blueberry, belonging to the Vaccinium genus, is also a super rare houseplant that thrives with regular watering and long-lasting, direct light. It does well when placed less than 1 foot from a window. The soil should be well-draining, and repotting is necessary when the plant doubles in size, eliminating the need for additional fertilizers. Native to Northeastern North America, blueberry is a unique and easy-to-grow addition to any home.