Combretum riggenbachianum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riggenbachianum
ID:
617394
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilg & Ledermann ex Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde 9(III 2): 699 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616726
Common Names
- Riggenbachian Combretum
- Combretum Riggenbachianum
- Combretum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Combretum riggenbachianum (also called Riggenbach's bushwillow, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m in height. It is native to Africa, and typically grows in woodlands, savannas, and riverine forests.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum riggenbachianum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Combretum riggenbachianum is a white or pinkish-white, four-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Combretum riggenbachianum can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Combretum riggenbachianum
Combretum riggenbachianum is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.
Combretum riggenbachianum FAQ
What is the growth habit of Combretum riggenbachianum?
Combretum riggenbachianum is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 3-5 m.
What is the flowering period of Combretum riggenbachianum?
Combretum riggenbachianum typically flowers between August and October.
What is the fruit of Combretum riggenbachianum?
The fruit of Combretum riggenbachianum is a small, red drupe.
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-2732984: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Ledermann (1875-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledermann' in the authors string.