Red beech
Dillenia alata (R.Br. ex DC.) Banks ex Martelli
Dillenia alata, known as red beech, is a tree species in the Dilleniaceae family. It is native to New Guinea, Queensland, and the Northern Territory in Australia. The tree is occasionally cultivated in tropical parks and gardens for its showy flowers and fruit.
Description
Dillenia alata (R.Br. ex DC.) Banks ex Martelli is a member of the Dilleniaceae family and is commonly called red beech. It is distributed across New Guinea, Queensland, and the Northern Territory in Australia. This tree is sometimes grown in tropical settings for its ornamental value, particularly for its attractive flowers and fruit. The species was first described in 1886.
Other common names
Red beech
Distribution
Global · Maluku · New Guinea · Queensland
Synonyms
Lenidia alataWormia alataWormia apetalaDillenia apetala
