Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
forbesii
ID:
664939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 12: 282 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664271



Common Names

  • Elaeocarpus forbesii
  • Forbes' Elaeocarpus
  • Forbes' Blueberry Tree


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Synonyms

  • Elaeocarpus palimlimensis R.Knuth [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus forbesii 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 forbesii is used for furniture, construction, and fuel.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Elaeocarpus forbesii sub. ridsdalei Coode

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elaeocarpus forbesii 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 forbesii is a small tree that can grow up to 8 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 forbesii

Elaeocarpus forbesii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests.

Elaeocarpus forbesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus forbesii?

Elaeocarpus forbesii

What are the common names of Elaeocarpus forbesii?

Forbes' Elaeocarpus, Forbes' Quandong

Where is Elaeocarpus forbesii native to?

Eastern Australia

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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