Status:
valid
Authors:
Sagot
Source:
tro
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 6, 13: 292 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001218938
Common Names
- Tapirocarpus talisia
- Talisia Tapirocarpus
- Tapirocarpus Talisia
Description
Tapirocarpus talisia (also called Talisia tapirocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Burseraceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and it typically grows in moist forests and along streambanks. It has small, yellow flowers and large, ovate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Tapirocarpus talisia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tapirocarpus talisia has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters of up to five. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Where to Find Tapirocarpus talisia
Tapirocarpus talisia is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Tapirocarpus talisia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tapirocarpus talisia?
Tapirocarpus talisia
What is the common name of Tapirocarpus talisia?
Talisia copal
What is the distribution of Tapirocarpus talisia?
Central America, South America, and the Caribbean
Species in the Tapirocarpus genus
Species in the Burseraceae family
Ambilobea madagascariensis,
Aucoumea klaineana,
Beiselia mexicana,
Boswellia globosa,
Boswellia ameero,
Boswellia bullata,
Boswellia carteri,
Boswellia dalzielii,
Boswellia dioscoridis,
Boswellia elongata,
Boswellia frereana,
Boswellia microphylla,
Boswellia nana,
Boswellia neglecta,
Boswellia ogadensis,
Boswellia ovalifoliolata,
Boswellia papyrifera,
Boswellia pirottae,
Boswellia popoviana,
Boswellia rivae,
Boswellia sacra,
Boswellia serrata,
Boswellia socotrana,
Bursera roseana,
Bursera silviae,
Bursera toledoana,
Bursera altijuga,
Bursera amplifolia,
Bursera angustata,
Bursera aptera,
Bursera arida,
Bursera ariensis,
Bursera aromatica,
Bursera aspleniifolia,
Bursera attenuata,
Bursera bicolor,
Bursera biflora,
Bursera bipinnata,
Bursera bolivarii,
Bursera bonetii,
Bursera brunea,
Bursera cerasifolia,
Bursera chemapodicta,
Bursera cinerea,
Bursera citronella,
Bursera collina,
Bursera confusa,
Bursera copallifera,
Bursera coyucensis,
Bursera crenata,