Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
floridanus
ID:
664936

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1896: 158 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664268



Common Names

  • Elaeocarpus floridanus
  • Florida Elaeocarpus
  • Florida Blueberry Tree


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Synonyms

  • Elaeocarpus rarotongensis Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Elaeocarpus floridanus (also called Florida Elaeocarpus, Florida Silverbell, and Florida Quandong, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Elaeocarpaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus floridanus is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and in erosion control. The wood of Elaeocarpus floridanus is used for furniture, construction, and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elaeocarpus floridanus has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, three-sided nut. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus floridanus is a large shrub or small tree that can grow up to 15 m in height. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a warm, humid environment. The soil should be kept moist and the cutting should be kept in a sheltered spot.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus floridanus

Elaeocarpus floridanus is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in wet areas.

Elaeocarpus floridanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus floridanus?

Elaeocarpus floridanus

What are the common names of Elaeocarpus floridanus?

Florida Elaeocarpus, Florida Quandong

Where is Elaeocarpus floridanus native to?

Eastern United States

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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