Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
phaeocarpa
ID:
1296969

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eichler

Source:
tro

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(2): 89 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296307

Common Names

  • Terminalia phaeocarpa
  • Phaeocarpa Terminalia
  • Phaeocarpa Terminalia

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Description

Terminalia phaeocarpa (also called Dark-fruited Almond, White Ironwood, and many other common names) is a large tree with yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia phaeocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin diseases, rheumatism, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia phaeocarpa has small yellow flowers with four petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia phaeocarpa is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist and the cuttings should be given plenty of light.

Where to Find Terminalia phaeocarpa

Terminalia phaeocarpa is native to India.

Terminalia phaeocarpa FAQ

What is the common name of Terminalia phaeocarpa?

Phaeocarpa Ironwood

What is the native range of Terminalia phaeocarpa?

Peru

What is the habitat of Terminalia phaeocarpa?

Tropical dry forests

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,

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