Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lecythidaceae

Genus:

Barringtonia

Species:

Barringtonia sarcostachys subsp. dolichophylla

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

1500 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, red, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bats, birds, insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Seeds lose viability quickly and should be sown fresh. Requires consistently moist conditions for germination.

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