Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
papuana
ID:
409473

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell

Source:
ksu

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 2: 246 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408805

Common Names

  • Terminalia papuana
  • Papuan Terminalia
  • Indian Almond

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Synonyms

  • Terminalia brassii Exell [illegitimate]

Description

Terminalia papuana (also called 'Papuana Terminalia', 'Papuana Ironwood', 'Papuana Tree', among many other common names) is a large, deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It is characterized by its large, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers, and grows in moist, shady places, such as near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia papuana has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and as an anti-inflammatory. It has also been used as a food source and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia papuana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia papuana is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 25 m. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Terminalia papuana

Terminalia papuana can be found in Papua New Guinea.

Terminalia papuana FAQ

What is the common name of Terminalia papuana?

Papuan Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia papuana?

Dry forests and thickets

What is the average height of Terminalia papuana?

Up to 15 meters

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,