Combretum caffrum (Riverbushwillow)

Combretum caffrum, Riverbushwillow, African bush willow, Cape Bushwillow, Bushveld willow

Botanical name: Combretum caffrum

Common names: Riverbushwillow, African bush willow, Cape Bushwillow, Bushveld willow

Family: Combretaceae

Origin: South Africa

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterYellow, orange flowersEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.

One of the most talked about trees due to the discovery of the combretastatin which showed promise as a possible cure for cancer.

This species is very similar to Combretum erythrophyllum.

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