Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1297010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
tro

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 6: 96 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296348

Common Names

  • Terminalia gracilis
  • Indian Almond
  • East Indian Almond

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Description

Terminalia gracilis (also called Slender Terminalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is a large tree, growing up to 30 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m in diameter. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Sudan, and to Madagascar. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in wooded grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia gracilis is used as a timber for construction and furniture making. The bark is used for tanning leather and the leaves are used as fodder for livestock. It is also used as a fuelwood and charcoal.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Terminalia gracilis var. gracilis
Terminalia gracilis var. macrocarpa Tul.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Terminalia gracilis are white and fragrant, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia gracilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Terminalia gracilis

Terminalia gracilis is found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

Terminalia gracilis FAQ

What are the common names of Terminalia gracilis?

Common names of Terminalia gracilis include African almond, African bush almond, and African wild almond.

What is the growth habit of Terminalia gracilis?

Terminalia gracilis is a medium-sized evergreen tree that typically grows to a height of 20-30 feet.

What is the native range of Terminalia gracilis?

Terminalia gracilis is native to tropical Africa.

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,

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