Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
chewii
ID:
664797

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coode

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 89 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664129



Common Names

  • Chew's Elaeocarpus
  • Chew's Blueberry Ash
  • Chew's Oliveberry


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Description

Elaeocarpus chewii (also called Chew's Blueberry Ash, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to New South Wales and Queensland in Australia, and is found in moist forests and rainforest margins. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, glossy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus chewii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White flowers with five petals, Seed: Brown and round, Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus chewii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus chewii

Elaeocarpus chewii is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines and Indonesia. It is found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,200 m (3,900 ft) and is usually found on limestone soils.

Elaeocarpus chewii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus chewii?

Elaeocarpus chewii

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus chewii?

Chew's elaeocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus chewii?

Elaeocarpus chewii is native to tropical 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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