Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
fulvum
ID:
616978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 5: 254 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616310



Common Names

  • Combretum fulvum
  • Fulvous Bushwillow
  • Fulvous Combretum


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Description

Combretum fulvum (also called 'Fulvum Combretum' and 'Fulvum Combretum Tree', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is a deciduous shrub or small tree, typically growing to a height of 5–10 m. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry woodland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum fulvum is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Combretum fulvum are white or pink in color, and are small and tubular. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum fulvum is a small to medium-sized tree native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 10 m in height and has a spreading crown. The leaves are dark green and glossy, and the flowers are yellow and fragrant. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Combretum fulvum

Combretum fulvum can be found in tropical Africa.

Combretum fulvum FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Combretum fulvum?

Combretum fulvum requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Combretum fulvum?

Combretum fulvum typically grows to a height of 4-6 feet.

What is the average lifespan of Combretum fulvum?

The average lifespan of Combretum fulvum is about 10-15 years.

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,

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