Status:
valid
Authors:
Le Péchon & Baider
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 24: 2 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749174
Common Names
- Dombeya sevathianii
- Sevathian's Dombeya
- Sevathian's Dombeya Tree
Description
Dombeya sevathianii (also called 'Sevathian's Dombeya', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 m and has oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dombeya sevathianii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dombeya sevathianii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dombeya sevathianii is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seeds. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Dombeya sevathianii
Dombeya sevathianii is native to Madagascar and can be found in the provinces of Antsiranana and Toamasina.
Dombeya sevathianii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dombeya sevathianii?
Dombeya sevathianii
What is the natural habitat of Dombeya sevathianii?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What is the average height of Dombeya sevathianii?
Up to 10 m
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
Timothée Le Péchon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Le Péchon' in the authors string.
Claudia Baider: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baider' in the authors string.