Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
repanda
ID:
654602

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 326 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653934



Common Names

  • Dombeya repanda
  • Repanda Dombeya
  • Repanda Dombeya


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Synonyms

  • Assonia repanda Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Dombeya repanda (also called Repand 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 repanda 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 repanda 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 repanda 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 repanda

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

Dombeya repanda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya repanda?

Dombeya repanda

What are the common names of Dombeya repanda?

Wild pear, Natal wild pear

What are the growing requirements for Dombeya repanda?

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,

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