Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
japonicus
ID:
665051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Siebold

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 4(2): 165 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664383



Common Names

  • Japanese Quandong
  • Blue Olive Berry
  • Blueberry Ash


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Synonyms

  • Elaeocarpus dioicus Turcz. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus kobanmochi Koidz. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus yentangensis Hu [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus yunnanensis Brandis ex Tutcher [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus japonicus euphlebius Merr. [unknown]

Description

Elaeocarpus japonicus (also called Japanese Elaeocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Elaeocarpaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests. It is a small tree with leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus japonicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Elaeocarpus japonicus var. lantsangensis (Hu) H.T.Chang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaeocarpus japonicus is white, bell-shaped and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus japonicus 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 japonicus

Elaeocarpus japonicus is native to Japan, and can be found in forests and woodlands.

Elaeocarpus japonicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus japonicus?

Elaeocarpus japonicus

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus japonicus?

Japanese Elaeocarpus

Where is Elaeocarpus japonicus native to?

Japan

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,