Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
ksu
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mauritius : 42 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492116
Common Names
- Terminalioides Soulamea
- Soulamea terminalioides
- Terminalioides Soulamea
Description
Soulamea terminalioides (also called 'Terminal Soulamea', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Soulamea terminalioides is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Soulamea terminalioides has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Soulamea terminalioides is a small shrub native to Australia. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Soulamea terminalioides
Soulamea terminalioides is native to Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, and Peru.
Soulamea terminalioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Soulamea terminalioides?
Soulamea terminalioides
What is the common name of Soulamea terminalioides?
Terminalia-like Soulamea
What is the natural habitat of Soulamea terminalioides?
Tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia
Species in the Soulamea genus
Soulamea pelletieri,
Soulamea rigaultii,
Soulamea terminalioides,
Soulamea tomentosa,
Soulamea trifoliata,
Soulamea moratii,
Soulamea pancheri,
Soulamea muelleri,
Soulamea amara,
Soulamea cardioptera,
Soulamea cycloptera,
Soulamea dagostinii,
Soulamea fraxinifolia,
Species in the Simaroubaceae family
Ailanthus vietnamensis,
Ailanthus altissima,
Ailanthus excelsus,
Ailanthus fordii,
Ailanthus integrifolia,
Ailanthus triphysa,
Amaroria soulameoides,
Brucea antidysenterica,
Brucea bruceadelpha,
Brucea guineensis,
Brucea javanica,
Brucea macrocarpa,
Brucea mollis,
Brucea tenuifolia,
Brucea tonkinensis,
Brucea trichotoma,
Castela calcicola,
Castela coccinea,
Castela depressa,
Castela emoryi,
Castela erecta,
Castela galapageia,
Castela jacquiniifolia,
Castela leonis,
Castela macrophylla,
Castela peninsularis,
Castela polyandra,
Castela retusa,
Castela spinosa,
Castela stewartii,
Castela tortuosa,
Castela tweediei,
Castela victorinii,
Eurycoma apiculata,
Eurycoma harmandiana,
Eurycoma longifolia,
Gymnostemon zaizou,
Homalolepis salubris,
Homalolepis suaveolens,
Homalolepis subcymosa,
Homalolepis suffruticosa,
Homalolepis tocantina,
Homalolepis warmingiana,
Homalolepis arenaria,
Homalolepis cavalcantei,
Homalolepis cuneata,
Homalolepis docensis,
Homalolepis floribunda,
Homalolepis insignis,
Homalolepis intermedia,