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Water consistently, especially when young and during dry periods. Mature trees are moderately drought-tolerant but perform best with regular moisture.
Also known as Black Myrobalan · Black Myrobolan · Chebulic Myrobalam
Terminalia chebula is a large deciduous tree native to South Asia, known for its medicinal properties and valuable timber.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Thrives in full sun for best growth and flowering.
100% intensity
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in cooler months.
60% intensity
Prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soils. Tolerant of a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures between 20-30°C. Can tolerate brief cooler periods.
70% intensity
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring. Avoid over-fertilizing.
40% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially when young and during dry periods. Mature trees are moderately drought-tolerant but perform best with regular moisture.
Prune to shape the tree, remove dead or diseased branches, and improve air circulation. Heavy pruning is generally not required for mature trees.
Best propagated from seeds sown fresh. Cuttings can be difficult to root. Grafting is also an option for specific cultivars.
Not applicable for outdoor trees. Container-grown specimens would require repotting every 2-3 years into a larger container.
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Where Myrobalan (Terminalia chebula) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Combretaceae |
| Genus | Terminalia |
| Species | Terminalia chebula |
Similar in genus Terminalia
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