Status:
valid
Authors:
Arènes
Source:
cmp
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 413 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653659
Common Names
- Costulate-Nerve Dombeya
- Costulate-Nerve Ball Tree
- Costulate-Nerve Coral Tree
Description
Dombeya costulatinervia (also called Wild Pear, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to oblong-lanceolate. It is native to South Africa and is found in coastal bush, forest margins, and riverine forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dombeya costulatinervia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dombeya costulatinervia is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round fruit. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dombeya costulatinervia 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 costulatinervia
Dombeya costulatinervia is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern rainforests of the island.
Dombeya costulatinervia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dombeya costulatinervia?
Dombeya costulatinervia
What type of plant is Dombeya costulatinervia?
A shrub
Where is Dombeya costulatinervia 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,