Status:
valid
Authors:
Eichler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(2): 88 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408708
Common Names
- Terminalia Guyanensis
- Guyanensis Terminalia
- Guyanensis
Synonyms
- Myrobalanus eichleriana Kuntze [valid]
Description
Terminalia guyanensis (also called Guyana Terminalia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to South America, growing up to 25 meters tall. It is found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas, and prefers well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Terminalia guyanensis 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
Terminalia guyanensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, slender leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Terminalia guyanensis is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 m. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy trees and planted in a well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Terminalia guyanensis
Terminalia guyanensis can be found in Guyana.
Terminalia guyanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Terminalia guyanensis?
Terminalia guyanensis
What is the family of Terminalia guyanensis?
Combretaceae
Where is Terminalia guyanensis found?
It is found in 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,