Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
yapacana
ID:
409311

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 8: 132 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408643

Common Names

  • Yapacana Terminalia
  • Yapacana Almond
  • Yapacana Terminalia

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Description

Terminalia yapacana (also called Yapacana elm, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to South America. It is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands, often in moist and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia yapacana is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and its wood is used for making furniture and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Terminalia yapacana is small and yellow. The seed is a small, round, black nut. The seedlings are small and have yellow petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia yapacana is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 m. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy trees and planted in a well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Terminalia yapacana

Terminalia yapacana can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Terminalia yapacana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia yapacana?

Terminalia yapacana

What type of plant is Terminalia yapacana?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae.

Where is Terminalia yapacana found?

It is endemic to Peru.

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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