Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
superba
ID:
409187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl. & Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 4: 26 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408519

Common Names

  • Superba Terminalia
  • Superba Terminalia Tree
  • Superba Terminalia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Terminalia altissima A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Terminalia superba (also called 'Superb Terminalia', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with a single, erect, cane-like stem, up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, where it grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 3,000–5,000 feet (900–1,500 m).

Uses & Benefits

Terminalia superba is used as a source of firewood and timber, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terminalia superba flowers are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terminalia superba is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Terminalia superba

Terminalia superba is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Terminalia superba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terminalia superba?

Terminalia superba

What is the common name of Terminalia superba?

Superb Terminalia

What is the natural habitat of Terminalia superba?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2434017: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.