Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
1272965

Status:
valid

Authors:
Acev.-Rodr.

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 87: 84 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272303

Common Names

  • Talisia
  • Velutina
  • Velvety Talisia

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Description

Talisia velutina (also called ‘Velvet talisia’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 10 meters in height and has a smooth, grey bark. Its leaves are compound and its flowers are white in color.

Uses & Benefits

Talisia velutina is used as a source of timber, for making furniture and for fuelwood. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Talisia velutina has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seed is small and black with a hard outer shell. The seedling has a single stem with two opposite leaves and a pair of stipules at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Talisia velutina is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Talisia velutina

Talisia velutina can be found in Brazil.

Talisia velutina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Talisia velutina?

Talisia velutina

What is the common name of Talisia velutina?

Velvety Talisia

What is the family of Talisia velutina?

Sapindaceae

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