Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wittei
ID:
654708

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild. & Staner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Katanga , Suppl. 4: 63 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654040



Common Names

  • Dombeya Wittei
  • Wittei Dombeya
  • Wittei's Dombeya


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Description

Dombeya wittei (also called Witte's Wild Pear, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single stem. It is native to South Africa and is found in wooded grassland and bushveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dombeya wittei is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dombeya wittei are white or pink and have five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dombeya wittei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Dombeya wittei

Dombeya wittei is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Dombeya wittei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dombeya wittei?

Dombeya wittei

What are the common names of Dombeya wittei?

Witte dombeya, Witte wild pear

What is the natural habitat of Dombeya wittei?

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-2775271: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Pierre Staner (1901-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staner' in the authors string.