Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ameliae
ID:
654241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. (Paris) 1: 367 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653573



Common Names

  • Amelia's Dombeya
  • Amelia's Ball Tree
  • Amelia's Coral Tree


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Description

Dombeya ameliae (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 ameliae 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

The flowers of Dombeya ameliae are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and have a hard texture. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya ameliae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Dombeya ameliae

Dombeya ameliae is native to Madagascar.

Dombeya ameliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya ameliae?

Dombeya ameliae

What type of plant is Dombeya ameliae?

A shrub

Where is Dombeya ameliae native to?

Madagascar

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,