Status:
valid
Authors:
Vent.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1808
Citation Micro:
Choix Pl. : t. 58 (1808)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616853
Common Names
- Combretum trifoliatum
- Trifoliate Combretum
- Combretum trifoliatum
Synonyms
- Terminalia lancifolia Griff. [valid]
- Cacoucia lucida Hassk. [valid]
- Cacoucia trifoliata DC. [valid]
- Combretum bellum Steud. [valid]
- Combretum lucidum Blume [valid]
- Combretum subalternans Wall. [invalid]
- Combretum undulatum Wall. [invalid]
- Embryogonia lucida Blume [valid]
Description
Combretum trifoliatum (also called White Combretum, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree that grows up to 10m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry woodlands, bushveld and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum trifoliatum 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 flower of Combretum trifoliatum is a small, white, four-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Combretum trifoliatum is a shrub or small tree that can reach heights of up to 8 m. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Combretum trifoliatum
Combretum trifoliatum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in areas of Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Angola.
Combretum trifoliatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Combretum trifoliatum?
Combretum trifoliatum
What is the common name of Combretum trifoliatum?
Trifoliatum Combretum
What is the natural habitat of Combretum trifoliatum?
It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, lowland forests and woodlands
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,