Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
selinala
ID:
654631

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 371 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653963



Common Names

  • Selinala Dombeya
  • Dombeya Selinala
  • Selinala


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Synonyms

  • Dombeya cloiselii Arènes [unknown]
  • Dombeya valafotsy Arènes [unknown]
  • Dombeya vohitsiombeensis Arènes [unknown]

Description

Dombeya selinala (also called Selinala Dombeya, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub, native to Madagascar. It has a rounded crown with grey-brown bark and glossy, dark green leaves. It produces clusters of fragrant, pink to white flowers in spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya selinala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya selinala are white or pink and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya selinala 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 selinala

Dombeya selinala is native to Madagascar and can be found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the island.

Dombeya selinala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya selinala?

Dombeya selinala

What are the common names of Dombeya selinala?

Selinala dombeya, Selinala wild pear

What is the natural habitat of Dombeya selinala?

Dry deciduous forests and thickets

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-2775198: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.