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Elaeocarpus grandis

Blue Quandong

Elaeocarpaceae

Description:

Tall rainforest tree to 35 m with an open, rounded habit. Evergreen dark green leaves turn red with age. Produces clusters of white flowers in autumn, followed by bright blue fruit up to 3 cm, attracting fruit-eating birds.

Special Features:

  • Attracts fruit-eating birds

  • Large, buttressed roots

  • Commercial timber source

Natural Habitat:

Rainforest

Tree/Shrub Height:

Buttressed tree to 35m

Aspect:

Full Sun

Soil/Conditions:

Moist, Well-drained

Flower Colour:

White, Pink

Elaeocarpus grandis - Blue Quandong

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