Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
habeensis
ID:
1409405

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubrév. ex Keay) Gere & Boatwr.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 184(3): 320. 2017 [22 Jun 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421870

Common Names

  • Habeensis Terminalia
  • Habeensis Terminalia Tree
  • Habeensis Terminalia Wood

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Description

Terminalia habeensis (also called Habeensis Terminalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is a tree, growing up to 25 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in forests and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia habeensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia habeensis has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are oval-shaped with a hairy stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia habeensis is a tree native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the seeds germinate. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist, sterile medium.

Where to Find Terminalia habeensis

Terminalia habeensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Terminalia habeensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia habeensis?

Terminalia habeensis

What is the common name of Terminalia habeensis?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia habeensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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,

References

André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.
James S. Boatwright: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boatwr.' in the authors string.
Jephris Gere: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gere' in the authors string.