Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
macropus
ID:
665150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warb. ex R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 48: 76 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664482



Common Names

  • Macropus Elaeocarpus
  • Macropus-Tree Elaeocarpus
  • Macropus-Tree


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Description

Elaeocarpus macropus (also called Long-fruited Quandong, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Elaeocarpaceae family. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. It is found in evergreen forests at altitudes of 500-1200 m.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus macropus is used as an ornamental plant and is often used as a hedge or screen. The wood is used for furniture, tools, and construction.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Elaeocarpus macropus sub. thenui Coode

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elaeocarpus macropus has small, white flowers with five petals and a bell-shaped calyx. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus macropus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus macropus

Elaeocarpus macropus is native to India.

Elaeocarpus macropus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeocarpus macropus?

Elaeocarpus macropus

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus macropus?

Large-footed Elaeocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus macropus?

Elaeocarpus macropus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands

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-2785743: Based on the initial data import
Reinhard Gustav Paul Knuth (1874-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Knuth' in the authors string.
Otto Warburg (1859-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warb.' in the authors string.