Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leuconeura
ID:
654463

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl. & K.Krause

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 550 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653795



Common Names

  • Dombeya Leuconeura
  • White-Veined Dombeya
  • White-Veined Wild Pear


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Description

Dombeya leuconeura (also called White-flowered 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 leuconeura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya leuconeura 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 leuconeura 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 leuconeura

Dombeya leuconeura is native to Madagascar.

Dombeya leuconeura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya leuconeura?

Dombeya leuconeura

What is the family of Dombeya leuconeura?

Malvaceae

What is the common name of Dombeya leuconeura?

Pink Wild Pear

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-2775039: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.