Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
nitidus
ID:
665228

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jack

Source:
cmp

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Malayan Misc. 1(5): 41 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664560

Common Names

  • Elaeocarpus Nitidus
  • Shining Elaeocarpus
  • Shining Holly

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Synonyms

  • Elaeocarpus gracilipes R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus nigropunctatus Merr. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus parvifolius Wall. [unknown]

Description

Elaeocarpus nitidus (also called Shining Elaeocarpus, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, southern China, Thailand, and Vietnam. It is found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus nitidus 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 nitidus var. pseudovelutinus Coode
Elaeocarpus nitidus var. macrophyllus Coode
Elaeocarpus nitidus var. velutinus Ng

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Elaeocarpus nitidus are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus nitidus 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 nitidus

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

Elaeocarpus nitidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus nitidus?

Elaeocarpus nitidus

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus nitidus?

Shiny Elaeocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus nitidus?

It is native to tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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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