Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
nanus
ID:
665216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Corner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 10: 322 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664548

Common Names

  • Elaeocarpus Nanus
  • Nanus Elaeocarpus
  • Nanus's Elaeocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Elaeocarpus reticulatus Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Elaeocarpus nanus (also called Dwarf Elaeocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Indonesia and is found in tropical rainforests, montane forests and evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus nanus is a popular ornamental tree in tropical regions. It is often used as a shade tree or as a hedge. The leaves can be used as a herbal remedy for various ailments. The wood is also used to make furniture and other wooden items.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Elaeocarpus nanus sub. congestifolius (R.Knuth) Coode
Elaeocarpus nanus sub. sumatrensis Coode

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elaeocarpus nanus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus nanus is an evergreen tree, usually growing to a height of 10-15 m. It prefers a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus nanus

Elaeocarpus nanus is native to the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Elaeocarpus nanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus nanus?

Elaeocarpus nanus

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus nanus?

Dwarf Elaeocarpus

Where is Elaeocarpus nanus native to?

Australia

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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