Barringtonia requires consistently moist soil, making it crucial to avoid letting the soil dry out. It thrives in warm, humid conditions, so maintaining high humidity is essential. Additionally, barringtonia is sensitive to low temperatures, necessitating protection from cold drafts and frost. Overall, its care demands careful attention to watering and temperature control.
Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks
| Care Difficulty | Hard |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Watering Schedule | Every 2 weeks |
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Sea poison tree, or Barringtonia asiatica, is an ornamental tree with box-shaped fruit. The trees are native to the mangroves of the Indian Ocean and the fruit is carried on the ocean currents. All parts of this tree are poisonous.
The Barringtonia racemosa was also called yakooro by the indigenous people in some parts of Australia. It can be found in tropical areas around the globe. The roots, bark, and seeds are highly toxic and can be thrown into the water to shock fish. Yakooro bark can also be used to create ropes and cords.
Indian oak can be found beside bodies of fresh water in southern Asia and Australia. Though often called the "itchy tree," any itchiness actually comes from the hairs of yellow tussock moth caterpillars that live in the branches. Crushing and pounding branches, leaves, and seeds from this tree releases a chemical that can draw oxygen out of the water, making nearby fish easier to catch.
Red putat is a tropical, evergreen tree notable for its large, leathery leaves and impressive, pendulous inflorescences. The flowers have prominent pink to white petals with a striking array of projecting stamens that attract pollinators. Its fruit, a fibrous drupe, is buoyant, which facilitates water dispersal, adapting red putat to its riparian or coastal habitats.
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