Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
papuana
ID:
775612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lauterb.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 314 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000774945

Common Names

  • Barringtonia Papuana
  • Papuan Barringtonia
  • Papuana Barringtonia

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Description

Barringtonia papuana (also called Papuan Barringtonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to New Guinea and is found in mangrove swamps and other coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Barringtonia papuana 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 papuana is a white, bell-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barringtonia papuana is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, though cuttings may also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C (77°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, warm environment.

Where to Find Barringtonia papuana

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

Barringtonia papuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barringtonia papuana?

Barringtonia papuana

What is the common name of Barringtonia papuana?

Papuana Barringtonia

What is the natural habitat of Barringtonia papuana?

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,

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