Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lecythidaceae

Genus:

Cariniana

Species:

Cariniana rubra

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

5000 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, birds, pollinators

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

8–30 days

Notes:

Seeds are winged and wind-dispersed. Germination is epigeal and relatively rapid when fresh; viability decreases with storage.

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