Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
impediens
ID:
409356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coode

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 23: 308 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408688

Common Names

  • Terminalia Impediens
  • Impediens Terminalia
  • Impediens

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Description

Terminalia impediens (also called White Ironwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Combretaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is found in dry deciduous forests, thickets, and wooded grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia impediens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia impediens has small, white flowers that are borne in dense clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and winged. The seedlings are slender with a single, straight stem and alternate, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia impediens is a medium-sized, evergreen tree. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained medium. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Terminalia impediens

Terminalia impediens can be found in India.

Terminalia impediens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia impediens?

Terminalia impediens

What is the common name of Terminalia impediens?

Impeding Terminalia

Where is Terminalia impediens native to?

India

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,