Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
paraguariense
ID:
509518

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eichler) Stace

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 81(140): 13 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508850

Common Names

  • Combretum paraguariense
  • Paraguariense Combretum
  • Paraguariense

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Description

Combretum paraguariense (also called Paraguay Combretum, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Combretaceae. It is native to South America and is found in forests, thickets, and along roadsides. It has lanceolate leaves with entire margins and a glossy upper surface.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum paraguariense is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Combretum paraguariense has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum paraguariense is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Combretum paraguariense

Combretum paraguariense is native to Paraguay.

Combretum paraguariense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum paraguariense?

Combretum paraguariense

What is the common name of Combretum paraguariense?

Paraguayan Combretum

What is the natural habitat of Combretum paraguariense?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606743: Based on the initial data import
Clive A. Stace (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stace' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.