Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilicyma
ID:
654401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 443 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653733

Common Names

  • Dombeya gracilicyma
  • Coral Tree
  • Wild Pear

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Description

Dombeya gracilicyma (also called Wild Pear, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It has a smooth grey bark and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It is native to South Africa and grows in forest margins and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya gracilicyma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya gracilicyma are white or pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small, with white or pink flowers and yellow centers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya gracilicyma is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall in its native habitat. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Dombeya gracilicyma

Dombeya gracilicyma is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Dombeya gracilicyma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya gracilicyma?

Dombeya gracilicyma

What is the family of Dombeya gracilicyma?

Sterculiaceae

What is the native range of Dombeya gracilicyma?

Tropical Africa

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-2774980: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.