Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
cephalota
ID:
1297083

Status:
valid

Authors:
McPherson

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 13: 21 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296421

Common Names

  • Terminalia cephalota
  • Cephalota Terminalia
  • Cephalota Almond

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Uses & Benefits

Terminalia cephalota is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and gastrointestinal problems. It is also used as a food preservative and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which can help reduce inflammation and protect against oxidative damage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia cephalota has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia cephalota is a fast-growing, medium-sized tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is propagated by seed, and the seedlings should be planted in well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Terminalia cephalota

Terminalia cephalota is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Terminalia cephalota FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia cephalota?

Terminalia cephalota

What is the common name of Terminalia cephalota?

African cherry

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia cephalota?

Woodlands and savannas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8200489: Based on the initial data import
Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.