Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biumbellata
ID:
654281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 22: 450 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653613

Common Names

  • Biumbellate Dombeya
  • Biumbellate Ball Tree
  • Biumbellate Coral Tree

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Description

Dombeya biumbellata (also called Biumbellata, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya biumbellata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dombeya biumbellata has white, bell-shaped flowers that appear in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, winged fruits that contain the seeds. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya biumbellata 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 mature wood and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Dombeya biumbellata

Dombeya biumbellata is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern rainforests of the island.

Dombeya biumbellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya biumbellata?

Dombeya biumbellata

What is the common name of Dombeya biumbellata?

Biumbellata dombeya

Where is Dombeya biumbellata native to?

Madagascar

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,

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