Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lecomtei
ID:
654452

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Candollea 3: 16 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653784



Common Names

  • Dombeya Lecomtei
  • Lecomte's Dombeya
  • Lecomte's Wild Pear


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Synonyms

  • Dombeya mandoavato Arènes [unknown]
  • Dombeya lecomtei lecomtei [unknown]
  • Dombeya lecomtei lecomtei [unknown]

Description

Dombeya lecomtei (also called Lecomte's dombeya, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Malvaceae. It is native to South Africa, where it is found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga provinces. It grows in rocky grassland, in bushveld, and in dry woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya lecomtei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dombeya lecomtei sub. trichostyla Arènes

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya lecomtei 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 lecomtei 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 lecomtei

Dombeya lecomtei is native to Madagascar.

Dombeya lecomtei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya lecomtei?

Dombeya lecomtei

What is the family of Dombeya lecomtei?

Sterculiaceae

What is the native range of Dombeya lecomtei?

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,