About Elaeocarpus tectorius
Elaeocarpus tectorius (Elaeocarpus tectorius) is a tree belonging to the Elaeocarpaceae family (Olivnut Family). It is typically found in moist deciduous and evergreen forests. It occurs across India, Canada, Sri Lanka, E. Himalayas, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Indo-China, Nepal, Bangladesh. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during April-November.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Elaeocarpus tectorius
- Genus
- Elaeocarpus
- Family
- ELAEOCARPACEAE
- Habit
- Tree
- Habitat
- Moist deciduous and Evergreen forests
- Distribution
- India, Canada, Sri Lanka, E. Himalayas, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Indo-China, Nepal, Bangladesh
- Flowering & fruiting
- April-November
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Local Names
- Tamil
- Vikki pazham, Bikkannu
Botanical family
Elaeocarpaceae
Olivnut Family
Elaeocarpus tectorius belongs to the Elaeocarpaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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