Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
vaccinioides
ID:
240194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 28: 280 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239526

Common Names

  • Antidesma Vaccinioides
  • Blueberry Ash
  • Blueberry Tree

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Description

Antidesma vaccinioides (also called Vaccinium-leaved Antidesma, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized shrub with an upright, spreading habit. It is native to Australia, where it grows in open forests and woodlands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma vaccinioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It can also be used to make tea and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Antidesma vaccinioides are small and white, with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma vaccinioides is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Australia and prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining seed raising mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Antidesma vaccinioides

Antidesma vaccinioides is native to tropical Asia, from India to China, and south to Indonesia and the Philippines.

Antidesma vaccinioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma vaccinioides?

Antidesma vaccinioides

What is the common name of Antidesma vaccinioides?

Blueberry Ash

What is the natural habitat of Antidesma vaccinioides?

It is found in rainforest margins and wet sclerophyll forests in New South Wales and Queensland.

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,

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