Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
stylesii
ID:
749551

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Maurin, Jordaan & A.E.van Wyk

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 77: 106 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748884



Common Names

  • Combretum Stylesii
  • Stylesii Combretum
  • Combretum Stylesii


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Description

Combretum stylesii (also called 'Styles's Combretum', among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum stylesii is a plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is used in traditional Indian medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Combretum stylesii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum stylesii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, Combretum stylesii requires minimal care and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Combretum stylesii

Combretum stylesii is native to South Africa and can be found in woodlands and scrub.

Combretum stylesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum stylesii?

Combretum stylesii

What type of plant is Combretum stylesii?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Combretum stylesii?

Dry and rocky slopes

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

Abraham Erasmus van Wyk (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
Marie Jordaan (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jordaan' in the authors string.
Olivier Maurin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Maurin' in the authors string.