Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
assimile
ID:
616764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eichler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(2): 109 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616096

Common Names

  • Combretum assimile
  • Assimile Combretum
  • Assimile-flowered Combretum

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Synonyms

  • Combretum guanaiense Rusby [valid]
  • Combretum sambuense Pittier [valid]

Description

Combretum assimile (also called Assimilated Combretum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, and grows to a height of up to 10 m. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-ovate, with a smooth margin. It prefers sandy soils in coastal areas and is often found in mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum assimile is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a source of food and forage for livestock, and as a source of timber for construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Combretum assimile are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum assimile is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Combretum assimile

Combretum assimile is native to Angola, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. It is found in dry grassland and savanna habitats.

Combretum assimile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum assimile?

Combretum assimile

What is the common name of Combretum assimile?

Assimilated bush willow

What is the natural habitat of Combretum assimile?

It is found in dry woodlands and thickets in Africa.

Species in the Combretum genus

Combretum wilksii, Combretum paraguariense, Combretum aculeatum, Combretum acuminatum, Combretum acutifolium, Combretum acutum, Combretum adenogonium, Combretum adrianii, Combretum afzelii, Combretum albiflorum, Combretum albopunctatum, Combretum alfredi, Combretum andongense, Combretum andradae, Combretum angolense, Combretum angustipetalum, Combretum apetalum, Combretum aphanopetalum, Combretum apiculatum, Combretum argenteum, Combretum argyrotrichum, Combretum assimile, Combretum atropurpureum, Combretum aureonitens, Combretum auriculatum, Combretum barbatum, Combretum batesii, Combretum bauchiense, Combretum baumii, Combretum bipindense, Combretum blepharopetala, Combretum boinensis, Combretum bracteatum, Combretum bracteosum, Combretum brassiciforme, Combretum brevistylum, Combretum brunneum, Combretum butyrosum, Combretum cacoucia, Combretum caffrum, Combretum camporum, Combretum capitatum, Combretum capituliflorum, Combretum capuronii, Combretum carringtonianum, Combretum caudatisepalum, Combretum celastroides, Combretum chinense, Combretum chionanthoides, Combretum cinereopetalum,

Species in the Combretaceae family

Combretum wilksii, Combretum paraguariense, Combretum aculeatum, Combretum acuminatum, Combretum acutifolium, Combretum acutum, Combretum adenogonium, Combretum adrianii, Combretum afzelii, Combretum albiflorum, Combretum albopunctatum, Combretum alfredi, Combretum andongense, Combretum andradae, Combretum angolense, Combretum angustipetalum, Combretum apetalum, Combretum aphanopetalum, Combretum apiculatum, Combretum argenteum, Combretum argyrotrichum, Combretum assimile, Combretum atropurpureum, Combretum aureonitens, Combretum auriculatum, Combretum barbatum, Combretum batesii, Combretum bauchiense, Combretum baumii, Combretum bipindense, Combretum blepharopetala, Combretum boinensis, Combretum bracteatum, Combretum bracteosum, Combretum brassiciforme, Combretum brevistylum, Combretum brunneum, Combretum butyrosum, Combretum cacoucia, Combretum caffrum, Combretum camporum, Combretum capitatum, Combretum capituliflorum, Combretum capuronii, Combretum carringtonianum, Combretum caudatisepalum, Combretum celastroides, Combretum chinense, Combretum chionanthoides, Combretum cinereopetalum,

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