Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
populnea
ID:
654573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 4: 67 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653905



Common Names

  • Dombeya populnea
  • Coral Tree
  • Wild Pear


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Synonyms

  • Vahlia fastuosa Dahl [unknown]
  • Pentapetes populnea (Cav.) Poir. [unknown]
  • Assonia populnea Cav. [unknown]
  • Dombeya globosa Bojer ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Dombeya populnea (also called 'Poplar-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 populnea 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

Dombeya populnea 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 populnea 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 populnea

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

Dombeya populnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya populnea?

Dombeya populnea

What is the family of Dombeya populnea?

Sterculiaceae

Where is Dombeya populnea 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2775145: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.