Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosissima
ID:
1302836

Status:
valid

Authors:
Appleq. & Andriamih.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 569 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315290

Common Names

  • Dombeya pilosissima
  • Hairy Dombeya
  • Cape-honeysuckle

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Description

Dombeya pilosissima (also called 'Wild Pear', among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a spreading habit. It has dark green, ovate leaves and clusters of small, white, star-shaped flowers in late summer and autumn. It is native to South Africa and is found in woodlands, grasslands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya pilosissima can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dombeya pilosissima is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya pilosissima is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dombeya pilosissima

Dombeya pilosissima can be found in the tropical forests of Madagascar.

Dombeya pilosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya pilosissima?

Dombeya pilosissima

What type of plant is Dombeya pilosissima?

A shrub

Where is Dombeya pilosissima 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,

References

Wendy Linn Applequist: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Appleq.' in the authors string.
Tefy H. Andriamihajarivo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andriamih.' in the authors string.