Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
edwardsii
ID:
616920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 42: 19 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616252



Common Names

  • Desert Combretum
  • Desert Bushwillow
  • Desert Willow


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Description

Combretum edwardsii (also called African bushwillow, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry woodland and bushland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum edwardsii has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It has also been used for its ornamental value in landscaping and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Combretum edwardsii is a small, white, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum edwardsii is a medium-sized, deciduous tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry woodlands, savannas, and along riverbanks. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Combretum edwardsii

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

Combretum edwardsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum edwardsii?

Combretum edwardsii

What is the common name of Combretum edwardsii?

Edwards' Combretum

What is the natural habitat of Combretum edwardsii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

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