Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shupangae
ID:
654640

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 5: 39 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653972



Common Names

  • Shupangae Dombeya
  • Dombeya Shupangae
  • Shupangae


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Synonyms

  • Dombeya katangensis De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Dombeya mupangae K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Dombeya shupangae glabrescens Bamps [unknown]
  • Dombeya shupangae katangensis (De Wild. & T.Durand) Bamps [unknown]

Description

Dombeya shupangae (also called Shupanga 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 shupangae 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 shupangae 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 shupangae 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 shupangae

Dombeya shupangae is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the western part of the island.

Dombeya shupangae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya shupangae?

Dombeya shupangae

What are the common names of Dombeya shupangae?

Shupang dombeya, Shupang wild pear

What is the natural habitat of Dombeya shupangae?

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,

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