Dombeya delislei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Arènes
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 9: 204 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653678
Common Names
- Dombeya delislei
- Delislei Dombeya
- Delislei Wild Pear
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dombeya delislei (also called wild custard apple, wild pear, or wild peach, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Madagascar. It has large, leathery leaves and white or pink flowers that bloom in the spring. It can be found in open woodlands and grasslands, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dombeya delislei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dombeya delislei is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round fruit. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dombeya delislei 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 delislei
Dombeya delislei is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern rainforests of the island.
Dombeya delislei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dombeya delislei?
Dombeya delislei
What type of plant is Dombeya delislei?
It is a shrub or small tree.
Where does Dombeya delislei 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2774925: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.