Status:
valid
Authors:
Lauterb.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45: 362 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000774937
Common Names
- Barringtonia Novae-Hiberniae
- New Ireland Barringtonia
- Novae-Hiberniae Barringtonia
Description
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae (also called New Ireland Barringtonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to New Ireland and is found in mangrove swamps and other coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae sub. kassamii Prance
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae sub. novae-hiberniae
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barringtonia novae-hiberniae is white and bell-shaped with four petals. The seed is an ovoid capsule containing many small, black seeds. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae 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 novae-hiberniae
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barringtonia novae-hiberniae?
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae
What is the common name of Barringtonia novae-hiberniae?
Novae-hiberniae Barringtonia
What is the natural habitat of Barringtonia novae-hiberniae?
Tropical rainforests
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,