Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
flammeum
ID:
616962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Hiern

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. (Hiern) 1(2): 344. 1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616294



Common Names

  • Flammeum Combretum
  • Flammeum Combret
  • Flammeum Combret


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Description

Combretum flammeum (also called African Combretum, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is commonly found in savannas, woodlands, and dry river beds. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum flammeum is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Combretum flammeum is a small, four-petalled, white to pinkish-white flower. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum flammeum 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 flammeum

Combretum flammeum can be found in tropical Africa.

Combretum flammeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum flammeum?

Combretum flammeum

What is the common name of Combretum flammeum?

Flaming Combretum

What is the natural habitat of Combretum flammeum?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2732593: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.