Description
Elaeocarpus sylvestris (also called Wild Elaeocarpus, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, southern China, Thailand, and Vietnam. It is found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Elaeocarpus sylvestris is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elaeocarpus sylvestris is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, with green, ovate leaves.