Terminalia capitanea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitanea
ID:
407571
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 23: 401 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406903
Common Names
- Terminalia capitanea
- Capitanea
- Terminalia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Terminalia capitanea (also called Indian almond, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows up to 30 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 1.5 meters. Its habitat is in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests.
Uses & Benefits
Terminalia capitanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Terminalia capitanea has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Terminalia capitanea is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Terminalia capitanea
Terminalia capitanea can be found in tropical rainforests in India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Terminalia capitanea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Terminalia capitanea?
Terminalia capitanea
What is the common name of Terminalia capitanea?
Capitanea
Where is Terminalia capitanea found?
Central America
Species in the Terminalia genus
Terminalia adenopoda, Terminalia acuminata, Terminalia albida, Terminalia capitulata, Terminalia carolinensis, Terminalia catappa, Terminalia celebica, Terminalia chebula, Terminalia cherrieri, Terminalia capitanea, Terminalia cambodiana, Terminalia calamansanai, Terminalia calogemma, Terminalia brassii, Terminalia brachystemma, Terminalia camuxa, Terminalia crassipes, Terminalia creaghii, Terminalia crebrifolia, Terminalia corticosa, Terminalia canaliculata, Terminalia canescens, Terminalia clemensae, Terminalia citrina, Terminalia ankaranensis, Terminalia amazonia, Terminalia arbuscula, Terminalia archboldiana, Terminalia archipelagi, Terminalia arenicola, Terminalia erici-rosenii, Terminalia eriostachya, Terminalia erythrocarpa, Terminalia beccarii, Terminalia bialata, Terminalia aridicola, Terminalia arjuna, Terminalia arostrata, Terminalia basilei, Terminalia avicapitis, Terminalia avicennioides, Terminalia crispialata, Terminalia steenisiana, Terminalia stenostachya, Terminalia subspathulata, Terminalia stuhlmannii, Terminalia subacroptera, Terminalia septentrionalis, Terminalia strigillosa, Terminalia simulans,
Species in the Combretaceae family
Combretum wilksii, Combretum paraguariense, Combretum aculeatum, Combretum acuminatum, Combretum acutifolium, Combretum acutum, Combretum adenogonium, Combretum adrianii, Combretum afzelii, Combretum albiflorum, Combretum albopunctatum, Combretum alfredi, Combretum andongense, Combretum andradae, Combretum angolense, Combretum angustipetalum, Combretum apetalum, Combretum aphanopetalum, Combretum apiculatum, Combretum argenteum, Combretum argyrotrichum, Combretum assimile, Combretum atropurpureum, Combretum aureonitens, Combretum auriculatum, Combretum barbatum, Combretum batesii, Combretum bauchiense, Combretum baumii, Combretum bipindense, Combretum blepharopetala, Combretum boinensis, Combretum bracteatum, Combretum bracteosum, Combretum brassiciforme, Combretum brevistylum, Combretum brunneum, Combretum butyrosum, Combretum cacoucia, Combretum caffrum, Combretum camporum, Combretum capitatum, Combretum capituliflorum, Combretum capuronii, Combretum carringtonianum, Combretum caudatisepalum, Combretum celastroides, Combretum chinense, Combretum chionanthoides, Combretum cinereopetalum,
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:171027-1: Based on the initial data import