Combretum rhodanthum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhodanthum
ID:
617390
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl. & Diels
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 3: 92 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616722
Common Names
- Rhodanthum Combretum
- Combretum Rhodanthum
- Combretum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Combretum rhodanthum (also called Red Bushwillow, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree, growing up to 15m tall. It is native to southern Africa, occurring in Angola, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe. It typically grows in dry woodlands, savanna, and bushveld.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum rhodanthum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Combretum rhodanthum are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Combretum rhodanthum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering during the summer months.
Where to Find Combretum rhodanthum
Combretum rhodanthum is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.
Combretum rhodanthum FAQ
What is the growth habit of Combretum rhodanthum?
Combretum rhodanthum is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 3-5 m.
What is the flowering period of Combretum rhodanthum?
Combretum rhodanthum typically flowers between August and October.
What is the fruit of Combretum rhodanthum?
The fruit of Combretum rhodanthum is a small, red drupe.
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-2732980: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.