Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 21: 501 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664303
Common Names
- Smooth-petalled Elaeocarpus
- Smooth-petalled Blueberry Ash
- Smooth-petalled Oliveberry
Synonyms
- Elaeocarpus glabripetalus teres H.T.Chang [unknown]
- Elaeocarpus subsessilis Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
- Elaeocarpus glabripetalus glabripetalus [unknown]
Description
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus (also called Glabrous-petaled Elaeocarpus, Glabrous-petaled Silverbell, and Glabrous-petaled 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 glabripetalus 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus var. alatus (R.Knuth) H.T.Chang
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus var. grandifructus Y.Tang
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elaeocarpus glabripetalus is a white, bell-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a sandy soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Elaeocarpus glabripetalus
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus glabripetalus?
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus
What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus glabripetalus?
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
What are the uses of Elaeocarpus glabripetalus?
Elaeocarpus glabripetalus 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,