Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
towaense
ID:
617516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl. & Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 3: 11 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616848



Common Names

  • Combretum Towaense
  • Towa Combretum
  • Towa Bushwillow


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Description

Combretum towaense (also called Towa bushwillow, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m in height. It is native to Africa, and typically grows in woodlands, savannas, and riverine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Combretum towaense is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Combretum towaense is a small, white, four-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Combretum towaense is a shrub or small tree that can reach heights of up to 8 m. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Combretum towaense

Combretum towaense is native to tropical Africa and can be found in areas of Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Angola.

Combretum towaense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Combretum towaense?

Combretum towaense

What is the common name of Combretum towaense?

Towaense Combretum

What is the natural habitat of Combretum towaense?

It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, lowland forests and woodlands

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-2733094: 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.