Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
hoehneana
ID:
1409394

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.F.Mattos) Gere & Boatwr.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421859

Common Names

  • Hoehneana Terminalia
  • Hoehneana Terminalia Tree
  • Hoehneana Terminalia Wood

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Description

Terminalia hoehneana (also called Brazilian ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Combretaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks. It is a large tree, growing up to 30 meters in height. Its leaves are elliptic to obovate, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia hoehneana is used as a timber for construction and furniture, and its leaves are used as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Terminalia hoehneana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single cotyledon and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia hoehneana can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. The soil should be well-draining and the plant should be grown in full sun. It is also important to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it every few weeks.

Where to Find Terminalia hoehneana

Terminalia hoehneana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in wet, tropical forests, along rivers and streams, and in disturbed areas.

Terminalia hoehneana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia hoehneana?

Terminalia hoehneana

What is the common name of Terminalia hoehneana?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia hoehneana?

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

Nilza Fischer de Mattos (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.F.Mattos' 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.