Status:
valid
Authors:
Jongkind
Source:
cmp
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 17: 197 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616126
Common Names
- Combretum boinensis
- Boin Combretum
- Boin Leadwood
Synonyms
- Poivrea obscura boinensis H.Perrier [valid]
Description
Combretum boinensis (also called 'Boin Bushwillow', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Combretaceae family, native to tropical Africa. It is a deciduous shrub or small tree, growing to a height of 5–10 m (16–33 ft). It has yellow-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum boinensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Combretum boinensis is a small, white, four-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, rounded seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Combretum boinensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Combretum boinensis
Combretum boinensis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas.
Combretum boinensis FAQ
What are the common names for Combretum boinensis?
Combretum boinensis is commonly known as the Boina combretum.
What type of plant is Combretum boinensis?
Combretum boinensis is a perennial evergreen shrub.
What is the native range of Combretum boinensis?
Combretum boinensis is native to Madagascar.
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,