Terminalia arbuscula - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arbuscula
ID:
407653
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sw.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1788
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 68 (1788)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406985
Common Names
- Arbuscula Terminalia
- Arbuscula Indian Almond
- Arbuscula Terminalia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Terminalia arbuscula (also called Indian Almond, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Combretaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It typically grows in dry forests, often on limestone soils.
Uses & Benefits
Terminalia arbuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization. The plant has medicinal uses, such as for treating skin diseases, and is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Terminalia arbuscula has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are short and thin with multiple stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Terminalia arbuscula is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Terminalia arbuscula
Terminalia arbuscula is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Terminalia arbuscula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Terminalia arbuscula?
Terminalia arbuscula
What is the common name of Terminalia arbuscula?
Small-leaved terminalia
What is the native range of Terminalia arbuscula?
India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia
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,
References
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:170954-1: Based on the initial data import