Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
triptera
ID:
1279811

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
tro

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 103 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279149

Common Names

  • Terminalia triptera
  • Three-winged Terminalia
  • Three-winged Almond

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Description

Terminalia triptera (also called Three-winged Terminalia, among many other common names) is a tree native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia triptera is used in traditional African medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain. It is also used as an astringent and to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Terminalia triptera is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened oval shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia triptera is a tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage more flowers.

Where to Find Terminalia triptera

Terminalia triptera is native to India. It can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Terminalia triptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia triptera?

Terminalia triptera

What is the common name of Terminalia triptera?

Triptera

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia triptera?

Dry forests and scrublands of South America

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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