Status:
valid
Authors:
Kaneh. & Hatus.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 56: 317 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664211
Common Names
- Elaeocarpus Divaricativenus
- Divaricativenus Elaeocarpus
- Divaricate-Veined Elaeocarpus
Description
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus (also called 'Blueberry Ash', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Elaeocarpaceae family. It is native to Australia, New Zealand, and the Solomon Islands. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 meters tall. It is found in rainforest, dry sclerophyll forest, and in wet sclerophyll forest.
Uses & Benefits
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus has small, white flowers with five petals and a bell-shaped calyx. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Elaeocarpus divaricativenus
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It can be found in tropical forests and moist deciduous forests.
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus divaricativenus?
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus
What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus divaricativenus?
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia.
What are the uses of Elaeocarpus divaricativenus?
Elaeocarpus divaricativenus is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
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,