Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
quadratus
ID:
665346

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.C.Fisch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925: 428 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664678

Common Names

  • Elaeocarpus Quadratus
  • Square Elaeocarpus
  • Square Holly

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Description

Elaeocarpus quadratus (also called Square-Stemmed Elaeocarpus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to India and grows in moist, sheltered forests and along streams. Its leaves are oval-shaped and glossy, and its flowers are small and white. It produces small, blue-black berries.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus quadratus is a small to medium-sized tree with a dense, rounded crown. It can reach a height of up to 15m. The leaves are glossy and dark green, and the flowers are white and fragrant. The fruit is a small, round, blue-black drupe.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaeocarpus quadratus is white in colour and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small, round and black in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus quadratus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. It can also be propagated from air layering.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus quadratus

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

Elaeocarpus quadratus FAQ

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus quadratus?

Blueberry Ash

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus quadratus?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

What is the average height of Elaeocarpus quadratus?

6-15 m

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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