Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tremuliformis
ID:
654674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 317 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654006

Common Names

  • Dombeya Tremuliformis
  • Tremuliformis Dombeya
  • Tremuliformis's Dombeya

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Description

Dombeya tremuliformis (also called Trembling Form Wild Pear, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single stem. It is native to South Africa and is found in wooded grassland and bushveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya tremuliformis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya tremuliformis are white or pink and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya tremuliformis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Dombeya tremuliformis

Dombeya tremuliformis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the island.

Dombeya tremuliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya tremuliformis?

Dombeya tremuliformis

What is the common name of Dombeya tremuliformis?

African boxwood

What is the natural habitat of Dombeya tremuliformis?

It is native to tropical Africa and 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-2775238: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.