Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
albiflorus
ID:
664679

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 50: 81 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664011

Common Names

  • White-flowered Elaeocarpus
  • White-flowered Blueberry Ash
  • White-flowered Oliveberry

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Synonyms

  • Elaeocarpus leptopus A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus polydactylus podocarpoides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus savannarum A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Elaeocarpus albiflorus (also called White-Flowered Elaeocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is typically found in moist, sunny areas such as woodlands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus albiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaeocarpus albiflorus is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus albiflorus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus albiflorus

Elaeocarpus albiflorus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Elaeocarpus albiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus albiflorus?

Elaeocarpus albiflorus

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus albiflorus?

White Quandong

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus albiflorus?

Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forests

Species in the Elaeocarpus genus

Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus, Elaeocarpus affinis, Elaeocarpus alaternoides, Elaeocarpus albiflorus, Elaeocarpus alnifolius, Elaeocarpus altigenus, Elaeocarpus altisectus, Elaeocarpus amabilis, Elaeocarpus amboinensis, Elaeocarpus amoenus, Elaeocarpus ampliflorus, Elaeocarpus amplifolius, Elaeocarpus angustifolius, Elaeocarpus angustipes, Elaeocarpus apoensis, Elaeocarpus arfakensis, Elaeocarpus argenteus, Elaeocarpus aristatus, Elaeocarpus arnhemicus, Elaeocarpus atropunctatus, Elaeocarpus auricomus, Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis, Elaeocarpus azaleifolius, Elaeocarpus bachmaensis, Elaeocarpus badius, Elaeocarpus bakaianus, Elaeocarpus balabanii, Elaeocarpus balansae, Elaeocarpus balgooyi, Elaeocarpus bancroftii, Elaeocarpus baramii, Elaeocarpus barbulatus, Elaeocarpus bataanensis, Elaeocarpus batjanicus, Elaeocarpus batudulangii, Elaeocarpus batui, Elaeocarpus baudouinii, Elaeocarpus beccarii, Elaeocarpus bellus, Elaeocarpus bidupensis, Elaeocarpus bifida, Elaeocarpus biflorus,

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,

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