Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
oatesii
ID:
617255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Matabele Land , ed. 2: 399 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616587



Common Names

  • Combretum oatesii
  • Oatesii Combretum
  • Oatesii Combretum Tree


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Synonyms

  • Combretum angustifolium De Wild. [valid]
  • Combretum platypetalum oatesii (Rolfe) Exell [valid]
  • Combretum stenophyllum R.E.Fr. [valid]

Description

Combretum oatesii (also called Oates' Combretum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with elliptic leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Borneo and can be found in lowland forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum oatesii 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 oatesii 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

Cultivation and propagation of Combretum oatesii: This species is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Combretum oatesii

Combretum oatesii is native to tropical Africa.

Combretum oatesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum oatesii?

Combretum oatesii

What is the common name of Combretum oatesii?

Oates' Combretum

What is the family of Combretum oatesii?

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,