Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Knuth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 48: 72 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664047
Common Names
- Blueberry Ash
- Blue Oliveberry
- Blue Quandong
Synonyms
- Elaeocarpus mundulus A.C.Sm. [unknown]
- Elaeocarpus raphiolepidiifolius Kaneh. & Hatus. [unknown]
Description
Elaeocarpus bachmaensis (also called Bach Ma 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 azaleifolius 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 azaleifolius 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 azaleifolius is a shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but can also be done by seed.
Where to Find Elaeocarpus azaleifolius
Elaeocarpus azaleifolius can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Elaeocarpus azaleifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus azaleifolius?
Elaeocarpus azaleifolius
What is the common name of Elaeocarpus azaleifolius?
Azalea-leaved Elaeocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus azaleifolius?
Forests and woodlands
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,