Elaeocarpus eumundi

Description

A slow growing, mid-sized rainforest tree with dark green, glossy leaves and flushes of bronze-red new growth. Fringed, cream, scented flowers in November to December are attractive to birds. Fruit is a small blue drupe. Uses include street tree, specimen tree, informal hedging, windbreaks and roadside plantings. Prefers well drained, acidic, loamy/sandy soil which is rich in organic matter. Grows best in warm, temperate/tropical conditions, however, will tolerate protected coastal exposure. Keep well watered and mulched in dry periods. Apply an organic fertiliser in Spring and prune to shape if required.

Specifications

Dimensions	Height: 8 to 15m, Width: 8m
Aspect	Full sun
Origin	Eastern Australia
Pests & diseases	Minimal
Typical sizes	200mm, 300mm, 45ltr, 75ltr, 200ltr