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baccaurea
Scientific Name: Baccaurea
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Category: Dicot
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Baccaurea: A Diverse Genus of Tropical Fruits
The genus Baccaurea encompasses a fascinating group of flowering plants appreciated for their diverse fruits. Found predominantly in Southeast Asia, these trees and shrubs offer a range of flavors and uses.
Considerations for Pets
- Some Baccaurea species produce fruits with thick skins.
Considerations for Children
- Some Baccaurea species produce fruits with small round form.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Baccaurea L.
- Family: Phyllanthaceae (formerly Euphorbiaceae).
- Major Group: Angiosperms (Flowering plants).
- Synonyms: Some species have synonyms, such as Baccaurea malayana King being a synonym for Baccaurea macrophylla Muell. Arg. Pierardia ctallensis Wt, is a synonym of Baccaurea ctalensis Muell.-Arg.
Common Names
- Baccaurea ramiflora: Burmese Grape, Latke (English). Also known as kanazo (Burmese) and phnhiew (Cambodian).
- Baccaurea angulata: Belimbing Hutan, Belimbing Dayak, Setambun Merah, Wild Rambai.
- Baccaurea motleyana: Rambai.
Distribution and Habitat
- Baccaurea species are distributed from Indomalesia.
- Specific species are found in:
- Southeast Asia (e.g., Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia).
- Borneo.
- Sumatra.
- Java.
- Bangladesh.
Morphological Characteristics
- Baccaurea ramiflora is a slow-growing evergreen tree reaching up to 25 meters with a spreading crown and thin bark.
- Baccaurea angulata is a tree with a dense crown, typically growing 6-21 meters tall, with a bole diameter of 10-40 cm.
- Fruits of Baccaurea motleyana grow to 2 inches, with yellow-brown skin and white pulp.
- Some Baccaurea bear fruits hanging in long stalks from the branches in bunches.
Quirky Facts
- Baccaurea angulata, also called 'Belimbing Hutan' is described as being so gorgeous that the tree may be "laden with literally thousands" of fruit.
Economic and Ecological Importance
- Baccaurea species are of both economic and ecological significance.
- Many species are cultivated for their edible fruits.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Research indicates that Baccaurea angulata fruit extracts have antimicrobial effects against human pathogenic microorganisms.
Further Information
- EOL (Encyclopedia of Life): Provides information on Baccaurea.
- International Plant Names Index: Offers details on the nomenclature of Baccaurea L.
- ARKive: Features photos and facts about Baccaurea.
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society): Offers help and information on Baccaurea griffithii.