Dombeya asymmetrica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Appleq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 289 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743760
Common Names
- Dombeya
- Asymmetrica
- Asymmetrica Dombeya
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dombeya asymmetrica (also called Asymmetric Dombeya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a basal rosette of leaves and a stem that bears one or more flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dombeya asymmetrica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments like fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dombeya asymmetrica are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dombeya asymmetrica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy, moist soil.
Where to Find Dombeya asymmetrica
Dombeya asymmetrica can be found in South Africa.
Dombeya asymmetrica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dombeya asymmetrica?
Dombeya asymmetrica
What is the common name of Dombeya asymmetrica?
Asymmetric Dombeya
What is the natural habitat of Dombeya asymmetrica?
Grassy slopes in South 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2896016: Based on the initial data import
Wendy Linn Applequist: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Appleq.' in the authors string.