Description
Combretum oudenhovenii (also called Oudenhoven's Combretum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It is found in a wide range of habitats, from woodlands to savannas and thickets. It has long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves and produces small, yellowish-green flowers. The fruits are small, ovoid, and olive-green in color.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum oudenhovenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control. The plant has medicinal uses, such as treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Combretum oudenhovenii is a small, white, four-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Combretum oudenhovenii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can also be grown from seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.