Status:
valid
Authors:
Appleq. & Bosser
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 581 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315292
Common Names
- Dombeya ratovosonii
- Ratovosonii Dombeya
- Wild Pear
Uses & Benefits
Dombeya ratovosonii can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dombeya ratovosonii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dombeya ratovosonii is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dombeya ratovosonii
Dombeya ratovosonii can be found in the tropical forests of Madagascar.
Dombeya ratovosonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dombeya ratovosonii?
Dombeya ratovosonii
What type of plant is Dombeya ratovosonii?
A shrub
Where is Dombeya ratovosonii native to?
Madagascar
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