Terminalia catappa (Tropical Almond) - Video 4

Botanical name: Terminalia catappa

Common names: Tropical Almond, Badamier, Java Almond, Indian Almond, Malabar Almond, Singapore Almond, Ketapang, Huu Kwang, Pacific Almond

Family: Combretaceae

Origin: India

Hardiness: 25°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftFull sunModerate waterWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
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Terminalia catappa
Terminalia catappa, commonly known as the Tropical Almond, stands out in the tropics with a rare burst of fall color, as its glossy leaves turn vivid red, orange, and mauve before dropping. At the same time, its almond-like fruits ripen, offering both beauty and edible nuts.


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