Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
ingens
ID:
648236

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1935: 299 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647568

Common Names

  • Giant Dillenia
  • Dillenia Ingens
  • Giant Elephant Apple

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Synonyms

  • Wormia ingens (B.L.Burtt) A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Dillenia ingens (also called 'Elephant Apple' and 'Pomme d'Elephant', among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and prefers habitats with high humidity and rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Dillenia ingens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The plant has a strong woody stem and can be used for making furniture and other wood products. The leaves of the plant can be used as a herbal remedy for treating fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dillenia ingens has white flowers with yellow anthers and a prominent pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dillenia ingens is a large evergreen tree, growing up to 30m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seed should be kept moist until germination, which can take up to two months. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted into larger pots and grown in a sunny position.

Where to Find Dillenia ingens

Dillenia ingens can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Dillenia ingens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dillenia ingens?

Dillenia ingens

What is the common name of Dillenia ingens?

Giant Dillenia

What is the natural habitat of Dillenia ingens?

Lowland rainforests

Species in the Dillenia genus

Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana, Dillenia biflora, Dillenia blanchardii, Dillenia bolsteri, Dillenia borneensis, Dillenia bracteata, Dillenia castaneifolia, Dillenia celebica, Dillenia crenatifolia, Dillenia cyclopensis, Dillenia diantha, Dillenia excelsa, Dillenia eximia, Dillenia fagifolia, Dillenia ferruginea, Dillenia fischeri, Dillenia hookeri, Dillenia indica, Dillenia ingens, Dillenia insignis, Dillenia insularum, Dillenia luzoniensis, Dillenia mansonii, Dillenia marsupialis, Dillenia megalantha, Dillenia monantha, Dillenia montana, Dillenia nalagi, Dillenia obovata, Dillenia ochreata, Dillenia ovalifolia, Dillenia ovata, Dillenia papuana, Dillenia parkinsonii, Dillenia parviflora, Dillenia pentagyna, Dillenia philippinensis, Dillenia ptempoda, Dillenia pulchella, Dillenia quercifolia, Dillenia reifferscheidia, Dillenia reticulata, Dillenia retusa, Dillenia salomonensis, Dillenia scabrella,

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2768272: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.