Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 33: 371 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236003
Common Names
- Antidesma
- Elassophyllum
- Bead Tree
Description
Antidesma elassophyllum (also called Elassophyllum Antidesma, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia, and it grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Antidesma elassophyllum is used in the production of furniture, plywood, and flooring. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Antidesma elassophyllum are small and white, with four petals. Seed: The seeds of Antidesma elassophyllum are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Antidesma elassophyllum are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Antidesma elassophyllum is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing tree that can reach up to 25 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in a warm and moist environment. It is also possible to propagate Antidesma elassophyllum through cuttings.
Where to Find Antidesma elassophyllum
Antidesma elassophyllum is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Antidesma elassophyllum FAQ
What is the common name of Antidesma elassophyllum?
Elassophyllum Bead Tree
What is the scientific name of Elassophyllum Bead Tree?
Antidesma elassophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Antidesma elassophyllum?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Antidesma genus
Antidesma acidum,
Antidesma alexiteria,
Antidesma ambiguum,
Antidesma annamense,
Antidesma baccatum,
Antidesma brachybotrys,
Antidesma brevipes,
Antidesma bunius,
Antidesma catanduanense,
Antidesma celebicum,
Antidesma chalaranthum,
Antidesma chonmon,
Antidesma cochinchinense,
Antidesma comptum,
Antidesma concinnum,
Antidesma contractum,
Antidesma coriaceum,
Antidesma costulatum,
Antidesma cruciforme,
Antidesma curranii,
Antidesma cuspidatum,
Antidesma dallachyanum,
Antidesma digitaliforme,
Antidesma eberhardtii,
Antidesma edule,
Antidesma elassophyllum,
Antidesma elbertii,
Antidesma erostre,
Antidesma excavatum,
Antidesma ferrugineum,
Antidesma fleuryi,
Antidesma forbesii,
Antidesma fordii,
Antidesma fruticosum,
Antidesma fruticulosum,
Antidesma ghaesembilla,
Antidesma gillespieanum,
Antidesma hainanense,
Antidesma helferi,
Antidesma heterophyllum,
Antidesma japonicum,
Antidesma jucundum,
Antidesma kapuae,
Antidesma khasianum,
Antidesma kunstleri,
Antidesma laciniatum,
Antidesma laurifolium,
Antidesma leucocladon,
Antidesma leucopodum,
Antidesma macgregorii,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri,
Actephila saccata,
Actephila albidula,
Actephila anthelminthica,
Actephila aurantiaca,
Actephila collinsiae,
Actephila daii,
Actephila dolichopoda,
Actephila excelsa,
Actephila foetida,
Actephila grandifolia,
Actephila latifolia,
Actephila lindleyi,
Actephila longipedicellata,
Actephila macrantha,
Actephila mearsii,
Actephila merrilliana,
Actephila mooreana,
Actephila nitidula,
Actephila ovalis,
Actephila petiolaris,
Actephila pierrei,
Actephila platysepala,
Actephila puberula,
Actephila sessilifolia,
Actephila subsessilis,
Actephila trichogyna,
Actephila bella,
Actephila championiae,
Actephila flavescens,
Actephila plicata,
Actephila traceyi,
Actephila venusta,
Actephila vernicosa,
Actephila forsteri,
Amanoa almerindae,
Amanoa anomala,
Amanoa bracteosa,
Amanoa caribaea,
Amanoa congesta,
Amanoa cupatensis,
Amanoa glaucophylla,
Amanoa gracillima,
Amanoa guianensis,
Amanoa muricata,
Amanoa nanayensis,
Amanoa neglecta,
Amanoa oblongifolia,
Amanoa sinuosa,
Amanoa steyermarkii,