Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Combretaceae

Genus:

Combretum

Species:

Combretum obovatum

USDA Symbol:

COOB13

Growth Characteristics

Height:

500 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

yellow, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, butterflies

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts from rootstock after fire; common in fire-prone African savannas and woodlands.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to savanna regions; prefers open, sunny areas