Combretum subglabratum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subglabratum
ID:
617471
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 13: 198 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616803
Common Names
- Combretum subglabratum
- Subglabrous Combretum
- Combretum subglabratum
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- Combretum bulongense De Wild. [valid]
Description
Combretum subglabratum (also called Subglabrous Combretum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia east to Kenya and south to Angola and Mozambique, and is also found in Madagascar. It grows in dry forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum subglabratum is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Combretum subglabratum are white in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Combretum subglabratum is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry woodlands and savannas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Combretum subglabratum
Combretum subglabratum is native to tropical Africa.
Combretum subglabratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Combretum subglabratum?
Combretum subglabratum
What is the common name of Combretum subglabratum?
Smooth Leadwood
What is the natural habitat of Combretum subglabratum?
It is native to tropical Africa and is found in woodlands, scrub, and savannas.
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-2733053: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.