Lost and found after 188 years: The Himalayan blueberry makes a delicious comeback in Arunachal Pradesh; should you eat it?
After 188 years, the legendary Himalayan blueberry, Vaccinium piliferum, has been rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh's forests. This rare, endangered relative of common blueberries, last seen in 1836, was found by researchers in Vijaynagar. Its unique climbing habit and enchanting pale green flowers, along with dark purple berries, have sparked excitement among botanists and locals alike.
After 188 years, the legendary Himalayan blueberry, Vaccinium piliferum, has been rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh's forests. This rare, endangered relative of common blueberries, last seen in 1836, was found by researchers in Vijaynagar. Its unique climbing habit and enchanting pale green flowers, along with dark purple berries, have sparked excitement among botanists and locals alike.
