Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
griffithii
ID:
664988

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 1: 203 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664320



Common Names

  • Griffith's Elaeocarpus
  • Griffith's Blueberry Ash
  • Griffith's Oliveberry


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Synonyms

  • Monocera tricanthera Griff. [unknown]
  • Monocera griffithii Wight [unknown]
  • Monocera holopetala Turcz. [unknown]
  • Monocera leucobotrya Miq. [unknown]
  • Monocera griffithii Müll.Berol. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus argyrodes Hance [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus leucobotryus (Miq.) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus paniculatus Wall. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus trichanthera (Griff.) W.Theob. [unknown]

Description

Elaeocarpus griffithii (also called Blueberry Ash, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It has dark green, glossy leaves and produces small white flowers in the spring. It is commonly found in rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elaeocarpus griffithii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus griffithii can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a sandy soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus griffithii

Elaeocarpus griffithii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Elaeocarpus griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus griffithii?

Elaeocarpus griffithii

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus griffithii?

Elaeocarpus griffithii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

What are the uses of Elaeocarpus griffithii?

Elaeocarpus griffithii is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2785592: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.