Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
obangense
ID:
617256

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker f.) Hutch. & Dalziel

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr. 1: 221. 1927

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616588



Common Names

  • Combretum obangense
  • Obangense Combretum
  • Obangense Combretum Tree


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Synonyms

  • Combretum paucinervium obangense Baker f. [valid]

Description

Combretum obangense (also called Obang's bushwillow, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in woodlands, savannas, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum obangense 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 obangense 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 obangense: 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 obangense

Combretum obangense is native to tropical Africa.

Combretum obangense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum obangense?

Combretum obangense

What is the common name of Combretum obangense?

Obang Combretum

What is the family of Combretum obangense?

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-2732859: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.