Terminalia litoralis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
litoralis
ID:
409508
Status:
valid
Authors:
Seem.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Fl. Vit. : 94 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408840
Common Names
- Litoralis Terminalia
- Indian Almond
- Indian Walnut
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Terminalia litoralis (also called Indian Almond, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Combretaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, and in moist deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Terminalia litoralis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and asthma. It is also used as a food source for animals.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Terminalia litoralis var. tomentella Hemsl. ex BurkillTerminalia litoralis var. litoralis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Terminalia litoralis are small, yellowish-white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have thin, delicate leaves.
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Terminalia litoralis is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.
Where to Find Terminalia litoralis
Terminalia litoralis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Terminalia litoralis FAQ
What is the common name of Terminalia litoralis?
Litoral almond
What is the scientific name of Litoral almond?
Terminalia litoralis
What is the native range of Terminalia litoralis?
India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
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
Berthold Carl Seemann (1825-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seem.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:171203-1: Based on the initial data import