Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
erythrophloeum
ID:
616941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg & Ledermann ex Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde 9(III 2): 701 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616273



Common Names

  • Desert Combretum
  • Desert Bushwillow
  • Desert Willow


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Description

Combretum erythrophloeum (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 erythrophloeum 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 flowers of Combretum erythrophloeum are small, yellow-green and clustered in heads. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum erythrophloeum can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Combretum erythrophloeum

Combretum erythrophloeum can be found in tropical forests of Africa.

Combretum erythrophloeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum erythrophloeum?

Combretum erythrophloeum

What is the common name of Combretum erythrophloeum?

African Bushwillow

What is the natural habitat of Combretum erythrophloeum?

It is found in dry woodlands, bushveld and grassland in South 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2732574: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Ledermann (1875-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledermann' in the authors string.