Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispidicyma
ID:
654420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 425 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653752



Common Names

  • Dombeya hispidicyma
  • Coral Tree
  • Wild Pear


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Description

Dombeya hispidicyma (also called Wild Pear, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It has a smooth grey bark and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It is native to South Africa and grows in forest margins and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya hispidicyma is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya hispidicyma 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya hispidicyma is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Dombeya hispidicyma

Dombeya hispidicyma is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Dombeya hispidicyma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya hispidicyma?

Dombeya hispidicyma

What is the family of Dombeya hispidicyma?

Sterculiaceae

What is the native range of Dombeya hispidicyma?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2774998: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.