Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
megalocarpa
ID:
409531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell

Source:
ksu

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 73: 132 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408863

Common Names

  • Megalocarpa Terminalia
  • Indian Almond
  • Indian Walnut

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Description

Terminalia megalocarpa (also called Large-fruited African bush cherry, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree with a rounded crown and a grey-brown bark. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry woodland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia megalocarpa is used as a timber tree in Africa and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia megalocarpa has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia megalocarpa 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 megalocarpa

Terminalia megalocarpa is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Terminalia megalocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia megalocarpa?

Terminalia megalocarpa

What is the common name of Terminalia megalocarpa?

Large-fruited Terminalia

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia megalocarpa?

Terminalia megalocarpa is native to tropical Africa

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,