Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
459671

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 6: 403 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459003

Common Names

  • Talisia Retusa
  • Retusa Talisia
  • Talisia

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Synonyms

  • Talisia heterodoxa Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Talisia retusa (also called Retuse Talisia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to tropical regions of South America. It has a dense, upright habit and produces small, star-shaped white flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Talisia retusa 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 retusa 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 retusa

Talisia retusa is native to the tropical rainforests of South America and can be found in the Amazon Rainforest.

Talisia retusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Talisia retusa?

Talisia retusa

What is the natural habitat of Talisia retusa?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the flower color of Talisia retusa?

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