Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
argenteus
ID:
664702

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Publ. Bur. Sci. Gov. Lab. 29: 26 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664034

Common Names

  • Blueberry Ash
  • Blue Oliveberry
  • Blue Quandong

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Synonyms

  • Elaeocarpus sylvestris argenteus (Merr.) Y.C.Liu [unknown]

Description

Elaeocarpus argenteus (also called Silver 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 argenteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, parks, and other public spaces. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaeocarpus argenteus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus argenteus 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 argenteus

Elaeocarpus argenteus is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines and Indonesia. It is found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,200 m (3,900 ft) and is usually found on limestone soils.

Elaeocarpus argenteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus argenteus?

Elaeocarpus argenteus

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus argenteus?

Silver Quandong

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus argenteus?

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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