Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
455584

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 347 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454916

Common Names

  • Talisia macrophylla
  • Large-leaved Talisia
  • Large-leaved Corkwood

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Synonyms

  • Talisia allenii Croat [unknown]
  • Talisia sancarlosiana Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Talisia pentantha Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Cupania macrophylla Mart. [unknown]
  • Talisia elephantipes Sandwith ex Tutin [unknown]

Description

Talisia macrophylla (also called Largeleaf Talisia, among many other common names) is a small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Talisia macrophylla has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as a diuretic and to treat skin rashes. In addition, it has been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Talisia macrophylla are small, yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, long, slender stem with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Talisia macrophylla is a tropical evergreen tree that can grow up to 20 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Talisia macrophylla

Talisia macrophylla can be found in tropical rainforests in South America.

Talisia macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Talisia macrophylla?

Talisia macrophylla

What is the common name of Talisia macrophylla?

Large-leaved Talisia

What is the natural habitat of Talisia macrophylla?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Talisia genus

Talisia megaphylla, Talisia macrophylla, Talisia laevigata, Talisia hexaphylla, Talisia hemidasya, Talisia eximia, Talisia acutifolia, Talisia chartacea, Talisia cupularis, Talisia cerasina, Talisia caudata, Talisia angustifolia, Talisia firma, Talisia coriacea, Talisia nervosa, Talisia retusa, Talisia prancei, Talisia obovata, Talisia praealta, Talisia croatii, Talisia bullata, Talisia carinata, Talisia clathrata, Talisia floresii, Talisia japurensis, Talisia megaphylla, Talisia mollis, Talisia pachycarpa, Talisia pilosula, Talisia squarrosa, Talisia setigera, Talisia subalbens, Talisia princeps, Talisia pinnata, Talisia guianensis, Talisia oedipoda, Talisia sylvatica, Talisia esculenta, Talisia stricta, Talisia microphylla, Talisia dasyclada, Talisia parviflora, Talisia furfuracea, Talisia longifolia, Talisia simaboides, Talisia veraluciana, Talisia granulosa, Talisia lanata, Talisia velutina, Talisia douradensis,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References