Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
javanica
ID:
305472

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 465 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304804

Common Names

  • Java Baccaurea
  • Java Hairstreak
  • Java Hair-streak

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Synonyms

  • Microsepala acuminata Miq. [unknown]
  • Aporosa dolichocarpa Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus javanicus (Miq.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Baccaurea acuminata (Miq.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Baccaurea leucodermis Hook.f. ex Ridl. [unknown]
  • Baccaurea minahassae Koord. [unknown]
  • Baccaurea minutiflora Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Baccaurea sanguinea J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Adenocrepis javanica Blume [unknown]
  • Diasperus javanicus (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Hedycarpus javanicus Miq. [unknown]

Description

Baccaurea javanica (also called Java apple, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and grows in a variety of habitats, including tropical rainforests, swamps, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baccaurea javanica has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccaurea javanica has white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccaurea javanica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When grown in containers, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. When grown in the ground, it should be watered deeply and fertilized every few months. It is also important to deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Baccaurea javanica

Baccaurea javanica is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also found in parts of India and China.

Baccaurea javanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccaurea javanica?

Baccaurea javanica

What is the common name of Baccaurea javanica?

Javanese Baccaurea

What is the natural habitat of Baccaurea javanica?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Baccaurea genus

Baccaurea airyshawii, Baccaurea angulata, Baccaurea annamensis, Baccaurea bakeri, Baccaurea bracteata, Baccaurea brevipes, Baccaurea carinata, Baccaurea celebica, Baccaurea costulata, Baccaurea courtallensis, Baccaurea dasystachya, Baccaurea deflexa, Baccaurea dolichobotrys, Baccaurea dulcis, Baccaurea edulis, Baccaurea henii, Baccaurea javanica, Baccaurea lanceolata, Baccaurea macrocarpa, Baccaurea macrophylla, Baccaurea maingayi, Baccaurea malayana, Baccaurea microcarpa, Baccaurea minor, Baccaurea mollis, Baccaurea motleyana, Baccaurea multiflora, Baccaurea nanihua, Baccaurea nesophila, Baccaurea odoratissima, Baccaurea papuana, Baccaurea parviflora, Baccaurea philippinensis, Baccaurea polyneura, Baccaurea ptychopyxis, Baccaurea pubera, Baccaurea purpurea, Baccaurea pyriformis, Baccaurea racemosa, Baccaurea ramiflora, Baccaurea reniformis, Baccaurea reticulata, Baccaurea sarawakensis, Baccaurea seemannii, Baccaurea simaloerensis, Baccaurea sumatrana, Baccaurea sylvestris, Baccaurea taitensis, Baccaurea tetrandra, Baccaurea trigonocarpa,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-18622: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.