Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
654446

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bojer) Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 494 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653778



Common Names

  • Dombeya Laurifolia
  • Laurel-Leaf Dombeya
  • Laurel-Leaf Wild Pear


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Synonyms

  • Trochetia laurifolia (Bojer) Benth. [unknown]
  • Assonia laurifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Assonia parkeri (Baill.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dombeya valimpony R.Vig. & Humbert [unknown]
  • Dombeya valimpony obovalopsis Hochr. [unknown]
  • Melhania laurifolia Bojer [unknown]

Description

Dombeya laurifolia (also called Laurel-leaved 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 laurifolia 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 laurifolia 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 laurifolia 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 laurifolia

Dombeya laurifolia is native to Madagascar.

Dombeya laurifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya laurifolia?

Dombeya laurifolia

What is the family of Dombeya laurifolia?

Sterculiaceae

What is the native range of Dombeya laurifolia?

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-2775020: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.