Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
nioroense
ID:
617250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubrév. ex Keay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 290 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616582



Common Names

  • Combretum nioroense
  • Nioro Combretum
  • Nioro Combretum Tree


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Description

Combretum nioroense (also called Nioro Bushwillow, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree, native to Africa. It can grow up to 10 meters tall, with a dense, spreading crown. It has a smooth, greyish-brown bark and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in savannas, woodlands, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum nioroense is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Combretum nioroense are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and green, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum nioroense is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m in height. It is usually found in dry woodland and savanna. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings are established.

Where to Find Combretum nioroense

Combretum nioroense is native to tropical Africa.

Combretum nioroense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum nioroense?

Combretum nioroense

What is the common name of Combretum nioroense?

Nioro Combretum

What is the family of Combretum nioroense?

Combretaceae

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-2732853: Based on the initial data import
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.