Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bedd.) Sujana, Ratheesh & Anil Kumar
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 6: 453 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335986
Common Names
- Malabaricum Combretum
- Malabaricum Terminalia
- Terminalia Malabaricum
Description
Combretum malabaricum (also called Malabar Combretum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It is a small shrub with an upright growth habit and small, oval leaves. Its flowers are yellow with a black center, and it grows in humid, tropical forests, often in the understory of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum malabaricum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has a number of benefits, including its ability to reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and boost immunity.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Combretum malabaricum has yellow flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Combretum malabaricum is a species of flowering plant in the Combretaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done through division or by seed.
Where to Find Combretum malabaricum
Combretum malabaricum is found in the mountains of India.
Combretum malabaricum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Combretum malabaricum?
Combretum malabaricum
What is the family of Combretum malabaricum?
Combretaceae
Where is Combretum malabaricum native to?
India
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,
References
N. Anil Kumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anil Kumar' in the authors string.