Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
actinophylla
ID:
1280512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
tro

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Flora 24(2 Beibl.): 22 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279850

Common Names

  • Terminalia actinophylla
  • Actinophylla Terminalia
  • Actinophylla Indian-almond

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Description

Terminalia actinophylla (also called Terminalia actinophylla, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to South and Southeast Asia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia actinophylla is used as an ornamental tree and is grown for its attractive foliage and white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia actinophylla has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and are initially light green in colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia actinophylla is native to Australia and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Terminalia actinophylla

Terminalia actinophylla can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and Nepal.

Terminalia actinophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia actinophylla?

Terminalia actinophylla

What is the common name of Terminalia actinophylla?

Actinophylla

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia actinophylla?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Terminalia genus

Terminalia adenopoda, Terminalia acuminata, Terminalia albida, Terminalia capitulata, Terminalia carolinensis, Terminalia catappa, Terminalia celebica, Terminalia chebula, Terminalia cherrieri, Terminalia capitanea, Terminalia cambodiana, Terminalia calamansanai, Terminalia calogemma, Terminalia brassii, Terminalia brachystemma, Terminalia camuxa, Terminalia crassipes, Terminalia creaghii, Terminalia crebrifolia, Terminalia corticosa, Terminalia canaliculata, Terminalia canescens, Terminalia clemensae, Terminalia citrina, Terminalia ankaranensis, Terminalia amazonia, Terminalia arbuscula, Terminalia archboldiana, Terminalia archipelagi, Terminalia arenicola, Terminalia erici-rosenii, Terminalia eriostachya, Terminalia erythrocarpa, Terminalia beccarii, Terminalia bialata, Terminalia aridicola, Terminalia arjuna, Terminalia arostrata, Terminalia basilei, Terminalia avicapitis, Terminalia avicennioides, Terminalia crispialata, Terminalia steenisiana, Terminalia stenostachya, Terminalia subspathulata, Terminalia stuhlmannii, Terminalia subacroptera, Terminalia septentrionalis, Terminalia strigillosa, Terminalia simulans,

Species in the Combretaceae family

Combretum wilksii, Combretum paraguariense, Combretum aculeatum, Combretum acuminatum, Combretum acutifolium, Combretum acutum, Combretum adenogonium, Combretum adrianii, Combretum afzelii, Combretum albiflorum, Combretum albopunctatum, Combretum alfredi, Combretum andongense, Combretum andradae, Combretum angolense, Combretum angustipetalum, Combretum apetalum, Combretum aphanopetalum, Combretum apiculatum, Combretum argenteum, Combretum argyrotrichum, Combretum assimile, Combretum atropurpureum, Combretum aureonitens, Combretum auriculatum, Combretum barbatum, Combretum batesii, Combretum bauchiense, Combretum baumii, Combretum bipindense, Combretum blepharopetala, Combretum boinensis, Combretum bracteatum, Combretum bracteosum, Combretum brassiciforme, Combretum brevistylum, Combretum brunneum, Combretum butyrosum, Combretum cacoucia, Combretum caffrum, Combretum camporum, Combretum capitatum, Combretum capituliflorum, Combretum capuronii, Combretum carringtonianum, Combretum caudatisepalum, Combretum celastroides, Combretum chinense, Combretum chionanthoides, Combretum cinereopetalum,