Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
microphyllum
ID:
617210

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Naturw. Reise Mossambique 6(1): 74 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616542

Common Names

  • Combretum Microphyllum
  • Microphyllum Combretum
  • Combretum Microphyllum Tree

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Synonyms

  • Combretum lomuense Sim [valid]
  • Combretum paniculatum microphyllum (Klotzsch) Wickens [valid]

Description

Combretum microphyllum (also called Small-Leaved Bushwillow, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Sub-Saharan Africa. It grows to a height of up to 15 meters and has small, oval-shaped leaves. The tree prefers dry, open habitats and is often found in savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum microphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Combretum microphyllum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, circular seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Combretum microphyllum: This species is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Combretum microphyllum

Combretum microphyllum is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Combretum microphyllum FAQ

What is the average height of Combretum microphyllum?

Combretum microphyllum typically grows to a height of 3-4 meters.

What is the natural habitat of Combretum microphyllum?

Combretum microphyllum is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, lowland forests.

What is the flowering season of Combretum microphyllum?

Combretum microphyllum typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

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