Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
limitaneioides
ID:
665119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Tang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 30: 400 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664451



Common Names

  • Limitaneioides Elaeocarpus
  • Limitaneioides-Tree Elaeocarpus
  • Limitaneioides-Tree


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Description

Elaeocarpus limitaneioides (also called Limitaneioides Elaeocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Elaeocarpaceae family. It is native to the Ryukyu Islands of Japan. It is a small tree or shrub with alternate, oblong-elliptic to obovate leaves. It is found in forests, thickets and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus limitaneioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture making and construction. The plant is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Elaeocarpus limitaneioides has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. Seed: The seeds of Elaeocarpus limitaneioides are small, black and round. Seedlings: Elaeocarpus limitaneioides seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus limitaneioides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus limitaneioides

Elaeocarpus limitaneioides is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats mountain range.

Elaeocarpus limitaneioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus limitaneioides?

Elaeocarpus limitaneioides

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus limitaneioides?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Elaeocarpus limitaneioides?

The leaves of Elaeocarpus limitaneioides are used for medicinal purposes, and the wood is used for construction and furniture making.

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-2785715: Based on the initial data import
Ya Tang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Tang' in the authors string.