Some marmalade made of mango and "dillenia" contain the ingredient. Further, Linnaeus would later name a genus of tropical tree "Dillenia" in his honor. Linnaeus would later name a genus of tropical tree Dillenia in his honour. "Dillenia suffruticosa" has other uses, these include medicine and storage. Fruits of some species, such as "Dillenia indica" (elephant apple), are edible. "Sarcochilus hirticalcar" grows on trees in rainforest and along rivers, often growing on "Dillenia alata". Dillenia philippinensis (katmon) is a favorite tree among Filipino garden enthusiasts. "Dillenia suffruticosa" was discovered by Martelli in Malesia in 1886. The larvae feed on "Dillenia indica", "Ficus microcarpa" and "Ficus religiosa" (Moraceae). The larvae have been recorded feeding on "Tetracera volubilis", "Dillenia indica" and "Davilla nitia". "Dillenia pentagyna" is found in rainforests, thickets and on hills below 400m.