Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
foetidissima
ID:
409436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griff.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Not. Pl. Asiat. 4: 685 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408768

Common Names

  • Terminalia foetidissima
  • Stinking Terminalia
  • Stinking Indian Almond

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Synonyms

  • Myrobalanus foetidissima Kuntze [valid]
  • Terminalia borneensis Slooten [valid]
  • Terminalia sumatrana Miq. [valid]
  • Terminalia ellipsoidea Merr. [valid]
  • Terminalia ovocarpa Merr. [valid]

Description

Terminalia foetidissima (also called 'Foetidissima Terminalia', 'Foetidissima Ironwood', 'Foetidissima 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 foetidissima is used as a fuelwood and for making charcoal. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Terminalia foetidissima 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 foetidissima is a hardy evergreen tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept in a moist, shady location until they have rooted. Layering can be done in late summer or early autumn and should be kept moist until the roots have developed.

Where to Find Terminalia foetidissima

Terminalia foetidissima is native to India, where it can be found in the states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

Terminalia foetidissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia foetidissima?

Terminalia foetidissima

What is the common name of Terminalia foetidissima?

Stinking Terminalia

What is the habitat of Terminalia foetidissima?

Terminalia foetidissima is found in tropical and subtropical forests in 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,