Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
tricristata
ID:
409177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) Capuron

Source:
ksu

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., Sér. 3, Bot. 11: 124 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408509

Common Names

  • Tricristata Terminalia
  • Tricristata Terminalia Tree
  • Tricristata Terminalia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Terminalia obcordiformis tricristata H.Perrier [invalid]

Description

Terminalia tricristata (also called Three-crested Terminalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that is native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has glossy, leathery leaves and clusters of white flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia tricristata is used as a source of firewood and timber, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia tricristata 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 tricristata is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Terminalia tricristata

Terminalia tricristata is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Terminalia tricristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia tricristata?

Terminalia tricristata

What is the common name of Terminalia tricristata?

Three-crested Terminalia

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia tricristata?

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,

References

Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:171438-1: Based on the initial data import