Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
surigaensis
ID:
409191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 17: 295 (1920 publ. 1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408523

Common Names

  • Surigaensis Terminalia
  • Surigaensis Terminalia Tree
  • Surigaensis Terminalia Plant

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Description

Terminalia surigaensis (also called 'Surigao Terminalia', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with a single, erect, cane-like stem, up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, where it grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 3,000–5,000 feet (900–1,500 m).

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia surigaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its wood, which is used for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia surigaensis flowers are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia surigaensis is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 25 meters in height and 1 meter in diameter. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-prepared seedbed and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Terminalia surigaensis

Terminalia surigaensis is native to the tropical forests of Indonesia.

Terminalia surigaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia surigaensis?

Terminalia surigaensis

What is the common name of Terminalia surigaensis?

Surigao Terminalia

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia surigaensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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,