Dombeya borraginea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hochr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Candollea 3: 19 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653623
Common Names
- Borage-Like Dombeya
- Borage-Like Ball Tree
- Borage-Like Coral Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dombeya borraginea (also called Borraginea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Dombeya borraginea 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dombeya borraginea are white or pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small, with white or pink flowers and yellow centers.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dombeya borraginea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Dombeya borraginea
Dombeya borraginea is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern rainforests of the island.
Dombeya borraginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dombeya borraginea?
Dombeya borraginea
What is the common name of Dombeya borraginea?
Borraginea dombeya
Where is Dombeya borraginea native to?
Madagascar
Species in the Dombeya genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2774875: Based on the initial data import
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.