Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 200 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000774893
Common Names
- Barringtonia Integrifolia
- Sea Poison Tree
- Beach Apple
Description
Barringtonia integrifolia (also called Smooth-leaved 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 integrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barringtonia integrifolia is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barringtonia integrifolia 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 integrifolia
Barringtonia integrifolia is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Barringtonia integrifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Barringtonia integrifolia?
Integrifoliate Barringtonia
What is the scientific name of Barringtonia integrifolia?
Barringtonia integrifolia
What is the natural habitat of Barringtonia integrifolia?
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,