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chulta

Scientific Name: Dillenia indica

Family: Dilleniaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Dillenia indica: The Elephant Apple

Dillenia indica, commonly known as Elephant Apple, Chulta, Hondapara Tree, or Ma-tad, is a fascinating plant native to southeastern Asia.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Dillenia indica L. Synonyms include Dillenia speciosa.
  • Family: Dilleniaceae
  • Taxonomic Rank: The provided text alludes to the following taxonomic ranks: Dilleniales, Dilleniaceae, Dillenioideae, Dillenieae

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to southeastern Asia, specifically India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, extending eastward.
  • The text suggests it is widely distributed through southern Asia.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Described as a large shrub or small to medium-sized tree reaching up to 15 meters in height.
  • The flowers are large, measuring 5-8 inches in diameter, with five white petals and numerous yellow stamens.
  • Evergreen tree, to 25 m high, bole straight branches spreading bark

Cultivation

  • Appears to tolerate full sun and semi-shade conditions.

Quirky Facts

  • The fruit, also known as "Chalta," is described as being a seed itself.