Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
rochetianum
ID:
617402

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich. ex A.Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 15: 369 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616734

Common Names

  • Rochetian Combretum
  • Combretum Rochetianum
  • Combretum

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Synonyms

  • Combretum gallabatense Schweinf. [valid]

Description

Combretum rochetianum (also called African Bushwillow, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in dry woodland, bushland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum rochetianum 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 rochetianum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum rochetianum is a small, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be covered lightly with soil and kept moist until germination occurs, which usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Combretum rochetianum

Combretum rochetianum is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Combretum rochetianum FAQ

What is the growth habit of Combretum rochetianum?

Combretum rochetianum is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 3-5 m.

What is the flowering period of Combretum rochetianum?

Combretum rochetianum typically flowers between August and October.

What is the fruit of Combretum rochetianum?

The fruit of Combretum rochetianum 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

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:170432-1: Based on the initial data import