Species:
austroyunnanensis
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hu
Source:
cmp
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , Bot. 10: 135 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664046
Common Names
- Blueberry Ash
- Blue Oliveberry
- Blue Quandong
Synonyms
- Elaeocarpus floribundoides H.T.Chang [unknown]
Description
Elaeocarpus azaleifolius (also called Azalea-Leaf Elaeocarpus, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows to a height of 10-20 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 50 cm. Its leaves are alternate, oblong-elliptic, and measure up to 15 cm long. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in secondary forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis 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 austroyunnanensis
Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis can be found in Yunnan, China.
Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis?
Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis
What is the common name of Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis?
Mountain Elaeocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus austroyunnanensis?
Mountainous areas
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,