Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longebracteolata
ID:
1254936

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seyani

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 60: 415 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254274



Common Names

  • Dombeya longebracteolata
  • Long-bracted Dombeya
  • Longebracteolata Dombeya


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Description

Dombeya longebracteolata (also called Long-bracted Dombeya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is a shrub with white flowers and lobed leaves. Native to Madagascar, it grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya longebracteolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya longebracteolata are white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya longebracteolata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Dombeya longebracteolata

Dombeya longebracteolata is native to tropical regions of Africa.

Dombeya longebracteolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya longebracteolata?

Dombeya longebracteolata

What type of plant is Dombeya longebracteolata?

Dombeya longebracteolata is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae.

Where is Dombeya longebracteolata found?

Dombeya longebracteolata is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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,