Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
macrostachya
ID:
1274743

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Alwan & Stace

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 107: 250 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274081

Common Names

  • Macrostachya Terminalia
  • Terminalia macrostachya
  • Terminalia

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Description

Terminalia macrostachya (also called Terminalia macrostachya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is native to Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. It grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia macrostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscape designs. It is also used in erosion control and to provide shade and shelter.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia macrostachya has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters and have a sweet, honey-like scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green, with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia macrostachya is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright spot until they have rooted.

Where to Find Terminalia macrostachya

Terminalia macrostachya is found in the Caribbean, in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

Terminalia macrostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia macrostachya?

Terminalia macrostachya

What type of plant is Terminalia macrostachya?

It is a tree.

Where is Terminalia macrostachya found?

It is found in Mexico.

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Clive A. Stace (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stace' in the authors string.
A.-R. A. Alwan-al-Mayah (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alwan' in the authors string.