Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
papuana
ID:
648274

Status:
valid

Authors:
Martelli

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 156 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647606

Common Names

  • Papuan Dillenia
  • Papuan Elephant Apple
  • Papuan Dillenia

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Synonyms

  • Wormia papuana Gilg & Werderm. [unknown]
  • Dillenia calothyrsa Diels [unknown]

Description

Dillenia papuana (also called Papuan Dillenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Dilleniaceae. It is native to New Guinea. It grows in lowland and montane rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Dillenia papuana 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 papuana 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 papuana is a shrub or small tree that can reach a height of 8-10 m. It is found in tropical rainforests and prefers a warm, humid climate. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they root.

Where to Find Dillenia papuana

Dillenia papuana can be found in Papua New Guinea.

Dillenia papuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dillenia papuana?

Dillenia papuana

What type of plant is Dillenia papuana?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Dillenia papuana native to?

It is native to Australia

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,

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