Talisia caudata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caudata
ID:
455651
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 75: 1072 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454983
Common Names
- Talisia caudata
- Talisia-caudata
- Talisia Caudata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Talisia caudata (also called Caudate Talisia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has glossy green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in forests, woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Talisia caudata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Talisia caudata has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Talisia caudata is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny position.
Where to Find Talisia caudata
Talisia caudata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Talisia caudata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Talisia caudata?
Talisia caudata
What is the common name of Talisia caudata?
Caudata
What is the natural habitat of Talisia caudata?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2514172: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.