Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
schlechterianus
ID:
665410

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 25: 256 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664742



Common Names

  • Elaeocarpus Schlechterianus
  • Schlechterianus Elaeocarpus
  • Schlechterianus's Elaeocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Elaeocarpus leiophyllus A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus megacarpus Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Elaeocarpus schlechterianus (also called Schlechter's Quandong, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Elaeocarpaceae family. It is native to Australia and grows in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeocarpus schlechterianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is strong and durable. The leaves can be used as a natural dye and the fruits can be used to make a sweet syrup.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elaeocarpus schlechterianus has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus schlechterianus is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once established, Elaeocarpus schlechterianus should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Elaeocarpus schlechterianus

Elaeocarpus schlechterianus is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Elaeocarpus schlechterianus FAQ

What is the common name of Elaeocarpus schlechterianus?

Schlechter's Quandong

What is the natural habitat of Elaeocarpus schlechterianus?

Rainforests and moist eucalypt forests

What are the uses of Elaeocarpus schlechterianus?

The fruit is edible and can be used to make jams and jellies

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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