Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hafodahyformis
ID:
654409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 423 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653741

Common Names

  • Dombeya hafodahyformis
  • Coral Tree
  • Wild Pear

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Description

Dombeya hafodahyformis (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 hafodahyformis 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 hafodahyformis 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 hafodahyformis 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 hafodahyformis

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

Dombeya hafodahyformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya hafodahyformis?

Dombeya hafodahyformis

What is the family of Dombeya hafodahyformis?

Sterculiaceae

What is the native range of Dombeya hafodahyformis?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2774988: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.