Sterculia tantraensis
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Description
A tropical tree in the Malvaceae family.
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Edible Uses
The fruits are eaten cooked. This report is likely referring to the seed. The seeds are around 18mm long and 10mm wide.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Papua New Guinea, PNG, Solomon Islands,
Propagation
A physical dormancy caused by the hard seed coat of the mature seeds of many species in this genus can be overcome by scarifying the seed. This is carried out by cutting away or abrading some of the seed coat to allow the ingress of water, though great care must be taken not to damage the embryo. The aril surrounding the seed should also be removed - this is easiest when it has been softened through soaking in water. The seeds germinate optimally at temperatures between 20 - 30°c. They can be sown in a nursery seedbed or in containers. A germination rate of about 95%, occurring within about 2 weeks can be expected if the seed has been properly treated.
Other Uses
The timber is used for construction of frameworks.
Synonyms
References (1)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
