Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
gillespieanus
ID:
664964

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 141: 94 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664296

Common Names

  • Gillespie's Elaeocarpus
  • Gillespie's Blueberry Ash
  • Gillespie's Oliveberry

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Description

Elaeocarpus gillespieanus (also called Gillespie's Elaeocarpus, Gillespie's Silverbell, and Gillespie's Quandong, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Elaeocarpaceae family. It is native to Australia. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus gillespieanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaeocarpus gillespieanus is a white, bell-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus gillespieanus is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 25 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus gillespieanus

Elaeocarpus gillespieanus is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Elaeocarpus gillespieanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus gillespieanus?

Elaeocarpus gillespieanus

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus gillespieanus?

Blueberry Ash

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus gillespieanus?

Rainforests and moist eucalypt 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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