Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
gigantostachya
ID:
775547

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koord. & Valeton

Source:
iplants

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Bot. Buitenzorg 2: 9 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000774880

Common Names

  • Barringtonia gigantostachya
  • Gigantostachya Barringtonia
  • Gigantostachya Barringtonia Tree

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Description

Barringtonia gigantostachya (also called Giant Barringtonia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with pink or white flowers and red fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Barringtonia gigantostachya is used as an ornamental plant, for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Barringtonia gigantostachya var. megistophylla (Merr.) Payens
Barringtonia gigantostachya var. gigantostachya

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Barringtonia gigantostachya is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barringtonia gigantostachya can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Barringtonia gigantostachya

Barringtonia gigantostachya is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Barringtonia gigantostachya FAQ

What is the common name of Barringtonia gigantostachya?

Giant-stalked Barringtonia

What is the scientific name of Barringtonia gigantostachya?

Barringtonia gigantostachya

What is the natural habitat of Barringtonia gigantostachya?

Rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest and woodlands

Species in the Barringtonia genus

Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata, Barringtonia revoluta, Barringtonia ridsdalei, Barringtonia rimata, Barringtonia samoensis, Barringtonia sarawakensis, Barringtonia sarcostachys, Barringtonia schmidtii, Barringtonia scortechinii, Barringtonia seaturae,

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-313453: Based on the initial data import
Sijfert Hendrik Koorders (1863-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koord.' in the authors string.
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.