Common Elaeocarpus

Elaeocarpus decipiens

"Elaeocarpus decipiens", commonly known as Japanese blueberry tree, is a species of flowering tree in the family Elaeocarpaceae. It has red, brown, and green leaves that are typically egg-shaped, 5-petaled flowers ranging in color from cream to light pink, and small drupe fruit.
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Appearance

"Elaeocarpus decipiens" typically grows to 30 to 40 feet in height. Flowers bloom from late spring to early summer. These flowers can be white, cream, and light pink. Flowers are typically one inch or less in size and are often hidden within the foliage. The fruits are olive-shaped drupe fruits that are dark blue to black in color. The fruit is inedible and is less than one inch long. The leaves are egg-shaped. New foliage tends to be more red, while older foliage is closer to green.

Distribution

"Elaeocarpus decipiens" originates from East Asia. The native range includes Southern China, Vietnam, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. The plant does well in USDA hardiness zones 8B to 10B and has a very high drought tolerance.

Habitat

"Elaeocarpus decipiens" originates from East Asia. The native range includes Southern China, Vietnam, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. The plant does well in USDA hardiness zones 8B to 10B and has a very high drought tolerance.

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Taxonomy
KingdomPlantae
DivisionAngiosperms
ClassEudicots
OrderOxalidales
FamilyElaeocarpaceae
GenusElaeocarpus
SpeciesE. decipiens
Photographed in
Australia