Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
elliptica
ID:
409427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 4: 969 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408759

Common Names

  • Terminalia elliptica
  • Elliptic Terminalia
  • Elliptic Indian Almond

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Synonyms

  • Pentaptera tomentosa Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Pentaptera cuneata (Roth) DC. [valid]
  • Pentaptera maradu G.Don [valid]
  • Pentaptera macrocarpa Wall. [valid]
  • Pentaptera coriacea Roxb. [valid]
  • Terminalia alata B.Heyne ex Roth [valid]
  • Terminalia coriacea Wight & Arn. [illegitimate]
  • Terminalia coriacea ex Spreng. [valid]
  • Terminalia macrocarpa Steud. & Kurz [valid]
  • Pentaptera crenulata Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Pentaptera crenulata (Roth) DC. [valid]
  • Chuncoa tomentosa Buch.-Ham. ex Wall. [illegitimate]
  • Terminalia ovata Rottler ex C.B.Clarke [valid]
  • Terminalia crenulata Roth [valid]
  • Terminalia arjuna angustifolia Clarke [valid]
  • Terminalia ovata angustifolia (Clarke) S.Yadav & M.R.Almeida [valid]
  • Terminalia tomentosa Wight & Arn. [illegitimate]

Description

Terminalia elliptica (also called 'Elliptica Terminalia', 'Elliptica Ironwood', 'Elliptica Tree', among many other common names) is a large, deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It is characterized by its large, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers, and grows in moist, shady places, such as near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia elliptica is a large tree with large yellow flowers. It is often used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens. It can also be used as a shade tree or as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Terminalia elliptica are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia elliptica is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Terminalia elliptica

Terminalia elliptica can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Terminalia elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia elliptica?

Terminalia elliptica

What is the common name of Terminalia elliptica?

Elliptica Terminalia

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia elliptica?

Terminalia elliptica is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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,