Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
spinosa
ID:
1297084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , C: 294 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296422

Common Names

  • Terminalia spinosa
  • Spiny Terminalia
  • Spiny Almond

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Uses & Benefits

Terminalia spinosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and gastrointestinal problems. It is also used as a food preservative and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which can help reduce inflammation and protect against oxidative damage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia spinosa has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia spinosa is an evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Terminalia spinosa

Terminalia spinosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Terminalia spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia spinosa?

Terminalia spinosa

What is the common name of Terminalia spinosa?

African cherry

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia spinosa?

Woodlands and savannas

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,

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