Status:
valid
Authors:
Elmer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 4: 1181 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664877
Common Names
- Elaeocarpus verticillatus
- Verticillatus Elaeocarpus
- Whorled Elaeocarpus
Description
Elaeocarpus verticillatus (also called Whorled Quandong, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Australia and New Guinea, and grows in rainforest and monsoon forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Elaeocarpus verticillatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elaeocarpus verticillatus is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, while the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeocarpus verticillatus is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is best propagated from fresh seed, which should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix. Seedlings should be kept moist and shaded until they are established. It can also be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken from semi-hardwood material.
Where to Find Elaeocarpus verticillatus
Elaeocarpus verticillatus can be found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
Elaeocarpus verticillatus FAQ
What is the common name of Elaeocarpus verticillatus?
Verticillatus Blueberry Ash
What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus verticillatus?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
What is the size of Elaeocarpus verticillatus?
Small to medium-sized tree, up to 15 m tall
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,