Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
654437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 1: 227 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653769



Common Names

  • Dombeya kirkii
  • Coral Tree
  • Wild Pear


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Synonyms

  • Assonia kirkii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dombeya gilgiana K.Schum. ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Dombeya gillettii Gilli [unknown]
  • Dombeya kituiensis Baill. ex Hochr. [unknown]
  • Dombeya laxiflora K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Dombeya mukole Sprague [unknown]
  • Dombeya umbraculifera K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Dombeya warneckei Engl. [unknown]
  • Dombeya gilgiana scaberula K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Dombeya kirkii (also called Kirk's Dombeya, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub, native to Tanzania. It has a rounded crown with grey-brown bark and glossy, dark green leaves. It produces clusters of fragrant, pink to white flowers in spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya kirkii 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 kirkii are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya kirkii 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 kirkii

Dombeya kirkii is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the eastern part of the country.

Dombeya kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya kirkii?

Dombeya kirkii

What is the family of Dombeya kirkii?

Sterculiaceae

What is the native range of Dombeya kirkii?

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