This large tree has a trunk up to 2m (6ft) diameter that is prominently buttressed with spreading branches that form a rounded crown. It has dark green lanced-shaped leaves and the green-white bell-shaped flowers appear in a raceme during winter.

Hardiness zones 10 to 12

Elaeocarpus grandisis naturally found on the east coast of Australia from northern New South Wales to northern Queensland.

It prefers a medium to heavy alluvial soil that is fertile and moist and grows in a open sunny position and is drought and frost tender.

The Silver Quandong is a large tree that is grown in parks, forests and large gardens as a specimen and is used for shade. The timber is sought after for plywood and boat planking. It has an initial fast growth rate establishing in 2 to 3 years and is long lived. It is not suitable for small gardens. ID 1027

Note:
Care should be taken when selecting a site as the tree has vigorous roots that can lift concrete and block drains.

Elaeocarpus(el-lee-oh-KAR-pus) grandis (grăn-dis)

Elaeocarpaceae(EL-ee-OH-kar-PAY-see-ee)