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Bushwillows (Combretum)
Bushwillows (Combretum) are a large genus of shrubs and trees, several species of which are pollinated by mammals that are not bats. However, the majority of bushwillows are pollinated by birds and insects. Native to tropical and southern Africa, tropical distribution is global and occurs in arid savannas, floodplains and woodlands.
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Perennial
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Key Facts About Bushwillows

Attributes of Bushwillows

Leaf type
Deciduous

Scientific Classification of Bushwillows

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Distribution of Bushwillows

Distribution Map of Bushwillows

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How to Grow and Care for Bushwillows

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The bushwillows genus consists of woody plants that enjoy sun to partial shade, and well-draining soil. Regular watering is required but overwatering should be avoided to prevent root rot. The plants are generally hardy in a variety of temperatures, but protection should be considered for harsh winter conditions. Common challenges include aphids and mealy bugs. Additionally, fungal infections might occur due to insufficient airflow or high humidity. As for seasonal considerations, bushwillows plants may require additional watering during hot, dry spells, and a reduction in watering during colder seasons.
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Exploring the Bushwillows Plants

6 most common species:
Combretum malabaricum
Malabar Madhu Malati
Malabar Madhu Malati (Combretum malabaricum) is a climbing shrub that will grow from 91 to 305 cm tall. It is native to India. It blooms reddish star-shaped flowers from winter to spring followed by fruits. It is commonly found growing in evergreen forests. It thrives in full sun.
Combretum indicum
Rangoon creeper
The lush, climbing foliage of the rangoon creeper (Combretum indicum) makes it a prime candidate for running up pergolas, fencelines, or trellises. When in bloom, the flowers emit a delightful fragrance to add to the natural aesthetic beauty, but only when the sun goes down. It is a favorite stop for pollinators and nectar-seeking insects with long tongues.
Combretum erythrophyllum
Bush-willow
Bush-willow is a multi-stemmed tree with a spreading habit that is native to southern Africa. The wood of bush-willow is used to make ornaments and cattle troughs. A brown dye is produced from the roots of this willow-like tree whilst an elastic gum can be sought from the stem.
Combretum collinum
Variable combretum
Variable combretum is most notable for its strangely shaped fruit. These dark brown fruits are four-winged and variable in shape, explaining the common name of the tree. Sadly though, they are not edible fruits.
Combretum zeyheri
Large-fruited bush willow
Large-fruited bush willow is a robust, deciduous shrub or small tree, distinguished by large, oval leaves that cluster toward the ends of its branches. It produces dense spikes of creamy-white flowers which turn russet before falling. This hardy species thrives in dry woodlands, showcasing an intricate winged fruit that aids in wind dispersal, and contributes to its resilience and spread in varying environments.
Combretum apiculatum
Red bushwillow
This is a semi-deciduous tree growing up to 10 meters tall, or sometimes a shrub remaining shorter. It has rough gray-black bark with fissures, and the smaller branches may be woolly in texture. The oppositely arranged leaves are up to 11 to 13 centimeters long. They are hairless or hairy. The tip of the leaf tapers abruptly to a twisted point. The foliage turns reddish or golden in the fall. The spike inflorescences emerge between the leaves and are up to 7 centimeters long. They bear yellow or greenish flowers with tiny sepals and petals, and with style and stamens about half a centimeter long. The flowers have a strong scent. The reddish, winged fruit is 2 or 3 centimeters long.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
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Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
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Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
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Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
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Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
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Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
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Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Combretum
Bushwillows (Combretum) are a large genus of shrubs and trees, several species of which are pollinated by mammals that are not bats. However, the majority of bushwillows are pollinated by birds and insects. Native to tropical and southern Africa, tropical distribution is global and occurs in arid savannas, floodplains and woodlands.
Lifespan
Lifespan
Perennial
info

Key Facts About Bushwillows

Attributes of Bushwillows

Leaf type
Deciduous

Scientific Classification of Bushwillows

distribution

Distribution of Bushwillows

Distribution Map of Bushwillows

distribution map
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
care detail

How to Grow and Care for Bushwillows

The bushwillows genus consists of woody plants that enjoy sun to partial shade, and well-draining soil. Regular watering is required but overwatering should be avoided to prevent root rot. The plants are generally hardy in a variety of temperatures, but protection should be considered for harsh winter conditions. Common challenges include aphids and mealy bugs. Additionally, fungal infections might occur due to insufficient airflow or high humidity. As for seasonal considerations, bushwillows plants may require additional watering during hot, dry spells, and a reduction in watering during colder seasons.
More Info About Caring for Bushwillows
species

Exploring the Bushwillows Plants

6 most common species:
Combretum malabaricum
Malabar Madhu Malati
Malabar Madhu Malati (Combretum malabaricum) is a climbing shrub that will grow from 91 to 305 cm tall. It is native to India. It blooms reddish star-shaped flowers from winter to spring followed by fruits. It is commonly found growing in evergreen forests. It thrives in full sun.
Combretum indicum
Rangoon creeper
The lush, climbing foliage of the rangoon creeper (Combretum indicum) makes it a prime candidate for running up pergolas, fencelines, or trellises. When in bloom, the flowers emit a delightful fragrance to add to the natural aesthetic beauty, but only when the sun goes down. It is a favorite stop for pollinators and nectar-seeking insects with long tongues.
Combretum erythrophyllum
Bush-willow
Bush-willow is a multi-stemmed tree with a spreading habit that is native to southern Africa. The wood of bush-willow is used to make ornaments and cattle troughs. A brown dye is produced from the roots of this willow-like tree whilst an elastic gum can be sought from the stem.
Combretum collinum
Variable combretum
Variable combretum is most notable for its strangely shaped fruit. These dark brown fruits are four-winged and variable in shape, explaining the common name of the tree. Sadly though, they are not edible fruits.
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More Popular Genus

Dracaena
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Ficus
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Rubus
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Acer
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Solanum
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Rosa
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Quercus
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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