Vaccinium myrtillus
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Vaccinium myrtillus
Image: © Jan Baker Taken: 24 Nov 2008
Commonly known as the Bilberry or whortleberry. The berries are edible used in jams and jellies also as a herb medicine both fresh and dried, much valued as they are rich in vitamins B and C.
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Image Location
Latitude
50.732132
Longitude
-3.489462