Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
654479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 496 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653811



Common Names

  • Dombeya Lucida
  • Shiny Dombeya
  • Shiny Wild Pear


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Synonyms

  • Assonia lucida Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dombeya lucida lucida [unknown]
  • Dombeya lucida lucida [unknown]

Description

Dombeya lucida (also called Shining 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 lucida has been used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dombeya lucida var. humbertii (Hochr.) Arènes
Dombeya lucida sub. megaphylla (Baker) Arènes

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya lucida are white or pink, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya lucida is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Dombeya lucida

Dombeya lucida is native to Madagascar.

Dombeya lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya lucida?

Dombeya lucida

What are the common names of Dombeya lucida?

Wild pear, Natal wild pear

What are the growing requirements for Dombeya lucida?

Full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil, and regular watering

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