Combretum acuminatum is an ornamental shrub native to Madagascar, featuring attractive foliage and vibrant flowers, making it a desirable addition to tropical gardens.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered sunlight. Avoid intense, direct sun for extended periods, which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-27°C. Protect from frost and cold drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Combretum acuminatum regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering frequency during cooler, dormant periods to avoid over-saturation.
Prune Combretum acuminatum to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done after flowering to encourage bushier growth.
For significant shaping, prune in late winter or early spring.
Propagate Combretum acuminatum from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-draining soil mix.
Maintain high humidity and warmth to encourage root development.
Repot Combretum acuminatum every 2-3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a combination of loam, peat, and sand.
Repot in spring before new growth begins to minimize transplant shock.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Combretum Acuminatum (Combretum acuminatum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Combretaceae |
| Genus | Combretum |
| Species | Combretum acuminatum |
Similar in genus Combretum
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