Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Flora 20(2 Beibl.): 124 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408734
Common Names
- Terminalia glabrescens
- Smooth-barked Terminalia
- Smooth-barked Almond
Synonyms
- Myrobalanus glabrescens Kuntze [valid]
- Myrobalanus cambessedesii Kuntze [valid]
- Chuncoa brasiliensis Cambess. [valid]
- Chuncoa brasiliensis Cambess. ex A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
- Terminalia brasiliensis Eichler [illegitimate]
Description
Terminalia glabrescens (also called Glabrescens Terminalia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Southeast Asia, growing up to 25 meters tall. It is found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas, and prefers well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Terminalia glabrescens is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever and as an ornamental plant for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Terminalia glabrescens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Terminalia glabrescens is a medium-sized tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F).
Where to Find Terminalia glabrescens
Terminalia glabrescens is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Terminalia glabrescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Terminalia glabrescens?
Terminalia glabrescens
What is the common name of Terminalia glabrescens?
Glabrescens Terminalia
What is the natural habitat of Terminalia glabrescens?
Terminalia glabrescens 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,