Combretum porterianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
porterianum
ID:
1558797
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) Wall. ex Craib
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Fl. Siam. 1: 618. 1931
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200010969
Common Names
- Combretum porterianum
- Porter's Combretum
- Porter's Bushwillow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Combretum porterianum (also called Porter's Combretum, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree native to Africa. It is characterized by its scaly bark and small, yellowish flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as savannas and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum porterianum is a popular ornamental tree often planted in parks and gardens. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Combretum porterianum has small yellow flowers that are clustered in axillary spikes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Combretum porterianum is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It needs regular watering and should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Combretum porterianum
Combretum porterianum is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.
Combretum porterianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Combretum porterianum?
Combretum porterianum
What is the common name of Combretum porterianum?
Porter's Combretum
What is the family of Combretum porterianum?
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,