Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 23: 400 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408488
Common Names
- Strigillosa Terminalia
- Strigillosa Terminalia Tree
- Strigillosa Terminalia Plant
Description
Terminalia strigillosa is a small to medium-sized tree, reaching up to 20 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the western Himalayas, and grows in dry deciduous forests, scrub, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Terminalia strigillosa is used as a source of firewood and timber, as well as for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Terminalia strigillosa are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Terminalia strigillosa is a large tree that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Once established, Terminalia strigillosa requires minimal maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Terminalia strigillosa
Terminalia strigillosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Terminalia strigillosa FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Terminalia strigillosa?
Terminalia strigillosa is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.
What is the growth habit of Terminalia strigillosa?
Terminalia strigillosa is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 m tall.
What are the uses of Terminalia strigillosa?
Terminalia strigillosa is used for timber, fuelwood, and medicinal purposes.
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,