Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
sylvicola
ID:
1321569

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Maurin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 41: 168 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334023



Common Names

  • Combretum
  • Woodland Star
  • Sylvicola Star


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Description

Combretum sylvicola (also called Forest Combretum, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to South Africa. It has a single, erect stem and produces white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum sylvicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make wreaths and garlands.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Combretum sylvicola is white with yellow spots, and the seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum sylvicola is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Combretum sylvicola

Combretum sylvicola is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Combretum sylvicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum sylvicola?

Combretum sylvicola

What is the common name of Combretum sylvicola?

Woodland Combretum

Where is Combretum sylvicola found?

It is found in the grasslands of South Africa

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

Olivier Maurin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Maurin' in the authors string.