Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
praealta
ID:
459681

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 345 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459013

Common Names

  • Talisia Praealta
  • Praealta Talisia
  • Talisia

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Synonyms

  • Cupania praealta Sagot [unknown]

Description

Talisia praealta (also called Tall Talisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 15 m tall. Its leaves are elliptic in shape, and its flowers are yellowish-white.

Uses & Benefits

Talisia praealta has no known non-medical uses or benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Talisia praealta has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Talisia praealta is a small tree native to Central and South America. It is a relatively easy tree to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized lightly. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Talisia praealta

Talisia praealta is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Talisia praealta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Talisia praealta?

Talisia praealta

What is the natural habitat of Talisia praealta?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the flower color of Talisia praealta?

White or yellow

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