Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
407766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane : 492 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407098

Common Names

  • Guianensis Touroulia
  • Guianensis Indian Almond
  • Guianensis Indian Walnut

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Synonyms

  • Touroulia solitaria Stokes [unknown]

Description

Touroulia guianensis (also called Guiana Touroulia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Combretaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, and is found in moist deciduous forests, dry deciduous forests, and tropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Touroulia guianensis is used as a timber tree and is also used for fuelwood and charcoal. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Touroulia guianensis has small, white flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Touroulia guianensis is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Touroulia guianensis

Touroulia guianensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Touroulia guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Touroulia guianensis?

Touroulia guianensis

What is the common name of Touroulia guianensis?

Guiana Touroulia

Where is Touroulia guianensis native to?

Brazil

Species in the Touroulia genus

Species in the Ochnaceae family