Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
aculeatum
ID:
616708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vent.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Choix Pl. : t. 58 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616040

Common Names

  • Combretum aculeatum
  • Aculeatum Combretum
  • Aculeatum-flowered Combretum

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Synonyms

  • Poivrea aculeata (Vent.) DC. [valid]
  • Poivrea ovalis Walp. [valid]
  • Poivrea nudiflora Rchb. ex Walp. [valid]
  • Poivrea hartmanniana Schweinf. [valid]
  • Seguiera nudiflora Rchb. [valid]
  • Combretum alternifolium Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Combretum denhardtiorum Engl. & Diels [valid]
  • Combretum leuconili Schweinf. [valid]
  • Combretum ovale R.Br. ex G.Don [valid]
  • Combretum stefaninianum Pamp. [valid]
  • Commiphora holstii Engl. [unknown]
  • Guiera nudiflora Rchb. ex DC. [valid]
  • Combretum aculeatum kotschyanum Almagia [valid]
  • Combretum aculeatum nudiflorum Almagia [valid]
  • Combretum aculeatum schimperi Almagia [valid]
  • Combretum aculeatum stenophyllum Almagia [valid]

Description

Combretum aculeatum (also called 'Spiny Combretum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is a small tree or shrub with ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum aculeatum has been used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Combretum aculeatum are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum aculeatum is a small, tufted perennial herb with a woody base and a creeping rhizome. It grows in moist, shady places in mountain forests, and prefers a cool, moist, and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizome in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Combretum aculeatum

Combretum aculeatum can be found in tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.

Combretum aculeatum FAQ

What are the common names of Combretum aculeatum?

Common names of Combretum aculeatum include Spiny Combretum and Spiny-leaved Combretum.

What type of environment does Combretum aculeatum prefer?

Combretum aculeatum prefers dry, tropical environments.

What is the range of Combretum aculeatum?

Combretum aculeatum is found in Southeast Asia and parts of India.

Species in the Combretum genus

Combretum wilksii, Combretum paraguariense, Combretum aculeatum, Combretum acuminatum, Combretum acutifolium, Combretum acutum, Combretum adenogonium, Combretum adrianii, Combretum afzelii, Combretum albiflorum, Combretum albopunctatum, Combretum alfredi, Combretum andongense, Combretum andradae, Combretum angolense, Combretum angustipetalum, Combretum apetalum, Combretum aphanopetalum, Combretum apiculatum, Combretum argenteum, Combretum argyrotrichum, Combretum assimile, Combretum atropurpureum, Combretum aureonitens, Combretum auriculatum, Combretum barbatum, Combretum batesii, Combretum bauchiense, Combretum baumii, Combretum bipindense, Combretum blepharopetala, Combretum boinensis, Combretum bracteatum, Combretum bracteosum, Combretum brassiciforme, Combretum brevistylum, Combretum brunneum, Combretum butyrosum, Combretum cacoucia, Combretum caffrum, Combretum camporum, Combretum capitatum, Combretum capituliflorum, Combretum capuronii, Combretum carringtonianum, Combretum caudatisepalum, Combretum celastroides, Combretum chinense, Combretum chionanthoides, Combretum cinereopetalum,

Species in the Combretaceae family

Combretum wilksii, Combretum paraguariense, Combretum aculeatum, Combretum acuminatum, Combretum acutifolium, Combretum acutum, Combretum adenogonium, Combretum adrianii, Combretum afzelii, Combretum albiflorum, Combretum albopunctatum, Combretum alfredi, Combretum andongense, Combretum andradae, Combretum angolense, Combretum angustipetalum, Combretum apetalum, Combretum aphanopetalum, Combretum apiculatum, Combretum argenteum, Combretum argyrotrichum, Combretum assimile, Combretum atropurpureum, Combretum aureonitens, Combretum auriculatum, Combretum barbatum, Combretum batesii, Combretum bauchiense, Combretum baumii, Combretum bipindense, Combretum blepharopetala, Combretum boinensis, Combretum bracteatum, Combretum bracteosum, Combretum brassiciforme, Combretum brevistylum, Combretum brunneum, Combretum butyrosum, Combretum cacoucia, Combretum caffrum, Combretum camporum, Combretum capitatum, Combretum capituliflorum, Combretum capuronii, Combretum carringtonianum, Combretum caudatisepalum, Combretum celastroides, Combretum chinense, Combretum chionanthoides, Combretum cinereopetalum,

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