Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australis
ID:
654266

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scott Elliot

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 29: 8 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653598



Common Names

  • Southern Dombeya
  • Southern Ball Tree
  • Southern Coral Tree


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Description

Dombeya australis (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 australis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dombeya australis sub. geayi (Hochr.) Arènes

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya australis 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 australis 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 australis

Dombeya australis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern rainforests of the island.

Dombeya australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya australis?

Dombeya australis

What is the common name of Dombeya australis?

Australian dombeya

Where is Dombeya australis native to?

Australia

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,

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