Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
porphyrocarpa
ID:
409215

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 2: 501 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408547

Common Names

  • Terminalia Porphyrocarpa
  • Purple-Fruited Terminalia
  • Purple-Fruited Tree

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Synonyms

  • Myrobalanus thozetii Kuntze [valid]
  • Myrobalanus porphyrocarpa Kuntze [valid]
  • Terminalia thozetii Benth. [valid]
  • Terminalia porphyrocarpa eriantha Benth. [valid]

Description

Terminalia porphyrocarpa (also called Brown-fruited Terminalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Combretaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to Angola. It is found in woodlands, savannas, and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia porphyrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a windbreak, and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Terminalia porphyrocarpa are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia porphyrocarpa is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Terminalia porphyrocarpa

Terminalia porphyrocarpa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Terminalia porphyrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia porphyrocarpa?

Terminalia porphyrocarpa

What is the common name of Terminalia porphyrocarpa?

Purple-fruited Terminalia

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia porphyrocarpa?

Terminalia porphyrocarpa is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:171330-1: Based on the initial data import