Dillenia indica
(Dilleniaceae)
Names and origins
Characters
Ecology
Uses
Conservation
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Forest type (costal, hill, lowland, peatswamp, mountains, kerangas...)
Forest Layer (emergent, canopy, understory, forest floor, liana...)
Pioneer tree, late sucessional tree
Symbiotic microorganisms (Nitrogen-fixing bacteria, ectomycorrhiza)
Seed dispersal by animals
Pollination by birds, bats, bees, beetles
Symbiosis with animals, ants
Flowering habits and frequency
Seed germination conditions and time
<p><i>Dillenia indica</i> is often found in natural wetland areas and along riverbanks, where its large, fragrant flowers attract bees and butterflies for pollination. The fruit of this species is consumed by various animals, aiding in seed dispersal and promoting the tree's reproduction. Interestingly, elephants have shown a particular fondness for the fruit, leading to the nickname "Elephant apple". </p> <p>The species is propagated by seed which relatively easy to be propagated.</p>
Dillenia indica (Dilleniaceae) Dillenia indica (Dilleniaceae)