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General Information

Dombeya ambalabeensis is a large shrub or a small tree that usually grows up to 12 metres tall, with some reports of trees exceptionally reaching 20 - 30 metres[, , ].
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a source of fibre.
Even though Dombeya ambalabeensis is recorded within one protected area, where one subpopulation is protected, it is experiencing continuing decline because of habitat destruction due to logging and extension of agricultural land. The plant is classified as 'Endangered' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species(2020)[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Africa - southwest and southern Madagascar

Habitat

Dry and riverine forests; at elevations from 45 - 500 metres[].

Properties

Conservation Status	Endangered
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Tree
Height	8.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Grows in the wild on both sands and limestone soils[]. In cultivation, species in this genus generally grow best in a moist but well-drained, fertile soil and a position in full sun or partial shade[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

A fibre obtained from the bark is used for cordage[].

Propagation

Seed is very small but can be extracted from fully ripened, dry flower heads. Its viability declines within 3 months, so fresh seed has to be used for sowing. Seed is to be sown in properly drained seedbeds. Seedlings emerge in about 3 weeks[].
Cuttings of semi-ripe wood, preferably with some bottom heat to encourage rooting[].

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