Dombeya acuminatissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hochr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Candollea 3: 25 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653551
Common Names
- Dombeya acuminatissima
- Acuminatissima Dombeya
- Acuminatissima Wild Pear
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dombeya acuminatissima (also called 'Wild Pear', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 4–6 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia, and is found in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Dombeya acuminatissima is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dombeya acuminatissima has white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dombeya acuminatissima is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F).
Where to Find Dombeya acuminatissima
Dombeya acuminatissima is native to Madagascar.
Dombeya acuminatissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dombeya acuminatissima?
Dombeya acuminatissima
What is the common name of Dombeya acuminatissima?
Dombeya
What is the family of Dombeya acuminatissima?
Sterculiaceae
Species in the Dombeya genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2774798: Based on the initial data import
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.