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General Information

Callicarpa erioclona is a lax-growing shrub with relatively few, slender branches; it can grow up to 200cm tall[].
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a food and a medicine.

Known Hazards

The leaves are used as a fish poison[].

Botanical References

Range

E. Asia - Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, New Guinea

Habitat

Primary and secondary forests at low elevations[].

Properties

Edibility Rating
Medicinal Rating
Habit	Shrub
Height	2.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Species in this genus generally require a sunny position or light dappled shade[, ]. Prefers a highly fertile well-drained loamy soil[, ].
Requires cross-pollination for good fruit production[].
Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[].

Edible Uses

Fruit - raw[]. The small, spherical berry is around 3 - 4mm in diameter[].

Medicinal

The leaves are used as a wash to treat skin conditions such as pruritis[]. Mixed with coconut oil, the leaves are used to treat wounds[].

Other Uses

None known

Propagation

Seed - sow in a nursery seedbed and only just cover the seed[]. Germination usually takes place within 1 - 3 months at 18°c[]. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on until large enough to plant out
Cuttings of half-ripe wood 10cm long in a frame. High percentage[].
Cuttings of mature wood of the current season's growth with a heel[, ].

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