Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
albidum
ID:
616723

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 15: 429 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616055



Common Names

  • Combretum albidum
  • White Combretum
  • White Bushwillow


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Synonyms

  • Combretum heyneanum Wall. [invalid]
  • Combretum laxum Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Combretum roxburghii G.Don [illegitimate]
  • Combretum thwaitesianum Van Heurck & Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Combretum wightianum Thwaites [valid]
  • Combretum ovalifolium Roxb. ex G.Don [invalid]
  • Combretum albidum cooperi (Haines) H.O.Saxena & Brahmam [valid]
  • Combretum ovalifolium cooperi [valid]
  • Combretum ovalifolium Roxb. [valid]

Description

Combretum albidum (also called 'White Combretum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is a small tree or shrub with ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum albidum has been used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Combretum albidum are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum albidum is a tropical plant native to Africa. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers warm temperatures and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Combretum albidum

Combretum albidum can be found in tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.

Combretum albidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum albidum?

Combretum albidum

What is the family of Combretum albidum?

Combretaceae

What is the common name of Combretum albidum?

White Combretum

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,