Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
celebica
ID:
407469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell

Source:
ksu

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Blumea 7: 325 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406801

Common Names

  • Terminalia Celebica
  • Celebes Terminalia
  • Celebes Terminalia

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Description

Terminalia celebica (also called Celebes almond, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that can grow up to 20 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in dry forests and woodlands. Its leaves are simple, oblong-elliptic, and have a glossy green color. Its flowers are small, white, and fragrant, and its fruits are bright red drupes.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia celebica is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source, as a source of fuel, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia celebica has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia celebica is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Terminalia celebica

Terminalia celebica can be found in tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia.

Terminalia celebica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia celebica?

Terminalia celebica

What is the common name of Terminalia celebica?

Celebica Terminalia

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia celebica?

Terminalia celebica is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

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,