Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platanifolia
ID:
654568

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 18: 190 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653900



Common Names

  • Dombeya platanifolia
  • Coral Tree
  • Wild Pear


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Synonyms

  • Assonia platanifolia Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Dombeya platanifolia (also called 'Plane-leaved dombeya', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a rounded crown. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in humid forests and thickets in the northern and eastern parts of the island. It prefers moist soils and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya platanifolia is a popular ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dombeya platanifolia has white, bell-shaped flowers that appear in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, winged fruits that contain the seeds. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya platanifolia is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be pruned to shape and should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Where to Find Dombeya platanifolia

Dombeya platanifolia is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the eastern part of the country.

Dombeya platanifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya platanifolia?

Dombeya platanifolia

What is the family of Dombeya platanifolia?

Sterculiaceae

Where is Dombeya platanifolia native to?

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,

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