Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
boivinii
ID:
1297001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
tro

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 6: 95 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296339

Common Names

  • Terminalia boivinii
  • Boivinii Terminalia
  • Terminalia

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Description

Terminalia boivinii (also called Boivin's Terminalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is a large tree, growing up to 30 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m in diameter. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Sudan, and to Madagascar. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in wooded grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia boivinii is used as a timber for construction and furniture making. The bark is used for tanning leather and the leaves are used as fodder for livestock. It is also used as a fuelwood and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Terminalia boivinii are white, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have oval-shaped, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia boivinii is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can reach heights of up to 30 feet and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Terminalia boivinii

Terminalia boivinii can be found in Central and South America. It is typically found in moist, shady places such as forest floors and riverbanks.

Terminalia boivinii FAQ

What are the common names of Terminalia boivinii?

Common names of Terminalia boivinii include African almond, African bush almond, and African wild almond.

What is the growth habit of Terminalia boivinii?

Terminalia boivinii is a medium-sized evergreen tree that typically grows to a height of 20-30 feet.

What is the native range of Terminalia boivinii?

Terminalia boivinii is native to tropical Africa.

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,

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