Status:
valid
Authors:
Coode
Source:
ksu
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Contr. Herb. Austral. 2: 23 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408856
Common Names
- Morobensis Terminalia
- Indian Almond
- Indian Walnut
Description
Terminalia morobensis (also called Morobe 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 morobensis 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 morobensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Terminalia morobensis 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 morobensis
Terminalia morobensis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Terminalia morobensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Terminalia morobensis?
Terminalia morobensis
What is the common name of Terminalia morobensis?
Morobe Terminalia
What is the natural habitat of Terminalia morobensis?
Terminalia morobensis 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,