Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aethiopica
ID:
654226

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilli

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 74: 447 (1970 publ. 1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653558



Common Names

  • Dombeya aethiopica
  • Ethiopian Dombeya
  • Ethiopian Wild Pear


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Synonyms

  • Dombeya gallana floribunda Fiori [unknown]

Description

Dombeya aethiopica (also called 'Wild Pear', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 4–6 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia, and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya aethiopica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dombeya aethiopica has white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya aethiopica is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F).

Where to Find Dombeya aethiopica

Dombeya aethiopica is native to Ethiopia.

Dombeya aethiopica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya aethiopica?

Dombeya aethiopica

What type of plant is Dombeya aethiopica?

It is a shrub or small tree.

Where does Dombeya aethiopica grow?

It is native to tropical Africa.

Species in the Dombeya genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References