Description
Combretum winitii (also called Winit's Bushwillow, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to southern Africa. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are simple, opposite and decussate, and its flowers are white or pinkish. It is found in dry woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Combretum winitii is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a timber for construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Combretum winitii is white or pink, with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, shiny, smooth, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Combretum winitii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.