Lecythidaceae Collection

Flowers and fruit of the Cannonball tree (Couroupita guianensis), a species from the Amazon Rainforest, Rio de Janeiro city, Southeastern Brazil

Canon ball tree fruit (Couroupita guianensis) Costa Rica

Germinating seedling of Sea poison tree (Barringtonia asiatica) washed up on beach. Masoala Peninsula, Masoala National Park, Madagascar

Flower (Barringtonia sp. ) fallen on black lava sand beach, Tangkoko National Park, northern Sulawesi, Indonesia
Flower (Barringtonia sp.) fallen on black lava sand beach, Tangkoko National Park, northern Sulawesi, Indonesia

Shivalinga Flower, Ayahuma or Cannonball Tree -Couroupita guianensis-, Lecythidaceae, Royal Palace, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Southeast Asia

Fruit of the cannonball tree -Couroupita guianensis-, Bali, Indonesia

Brazil Nut (Bertholletia excelsa) opened fruit showing seeds inside, Santarem, Para, Brazil, March

Botany, Lecythidaceae, Fruit of the Brazil nut Bertholletia excelsa, cross-section, Illustration
Botany - Lecythidaceae - Fruit of the Brazil nut (Bertholletia excelsa), illustration, cross-section

Lecythidaceae Cannonball Tree Couroupita guianensis, illustration
Botany - Trees - Lecythidaceae - Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis), illustration

Barringtonia speciosa, barringtonia tree
No. 266 from the Botanical Drawings by George Forster made during Cooks second voyage 1772-1775. Illustration annotated with the number 191

Cannon-ball Tree (Courocipita guianensis) Close-up of fruit and flower

Cannonball Tree (Courocipita guianensis) Close-up of flower / Seychelles

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Lecythidaceae, also known as the cannonball tree family, is a fascinating group of plants that includes some truly remarkable species. One such example is the Cannonball tree (Couroupita guianensis), which boasts stunning flowers and fruit. In Costa Rica, you can witness the beauty of Canon ball tree fruit up close, with its unique shape and vibrant colors. Another member of the Lecythidaceae family is the Sea poison tree (Barringtonia asiatica). This incredible plant has germinating seedlings that can be found washed up on beaches in Masoala Peninsula, within Masoala National Park in Madagascar. It's a testament to nature's ability to thrive even in challenging environments. Tangkoko National Park in northern Sulawesi, Indonesia offers another breathtaking sight - fallen flowers from Barringtonia sp. , scattered across black lava sand beaches. The contrast between the delicate petals and rugged landscape creates a mesmerizing scene. In Phnom Penh, Cambodia's Royal Palace stands an Ayahuma or Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis) belonging to the Lecythidaceae family. Its Shivalinga Flower adds a touch of exoticism to this Southeast Asian cityscape. Indonesia also showcases another wonder from this botanical family - fruit of the cannonball tree (Couroupita guianensis) found in Bali. These fruits are not only visually striking but also hold great significance within local traditions and folklore. Venturing into Brazil's lush rainforests reveals yet another gem from Lecythidaceae - Brazil Nut (Bertholletia excelsa). When opened, its large fruit unveils an arrangement of seeds inside that have been enjoyed for centuries by both humans and wildlife alike. For those interested in botany, illustrations showcasing cross-sections of Bertholletia excelsa fruits provide valuable insights into the inner workings of this remarkable plant.