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Small Cranberry

Vaccinium oxycoccos • Bog Cranberry, Swamp Cranberry

Native

A small shrub with vine-like stems, usually grows to about 2 inches tall. It is widespread in the northern hemisphere; including northern Europe and North America. It typically occurs in cooler climates and is an indicator of coniferous swamps. Small cranberry enjoys moist to wet soils and grows in bogs, fens and moist forest habitat. May also grow in saturated peat environments. May be confused with Large cranberry, main difference between the two is the size of the berry produced.

Leaf

Small, oval-shaped and have a leathery texture

Fruit/Seed

Red berry that has spots when young

Flower

White or pink flowers with petals that are bent backwards

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Small Cranberry | Tree Bee