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Round-leaf Bushwillow Plant Care
Combretum rotundifolium Rich.
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Combretum rotundifolium, also known as the round-leaved combretum, is characterized by its unique round-shaped leaves with a shiny green color. This plant is native to tropical regions in Africa and is popular among plant enthusiasts for its attractive foliage and easy care requirements.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Round-leaf Bushwillow?
Water Round-leaf Bushwillow every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Round-leaf Bushwillow Native To?
What Is the Round-leaf Bushwillow?
Round-leaf Bushwillow (Combretum rotundifolium) belongs to the Combretaceae family within the Combretum genus. Round-leaf Bushwillow is native to South America. Round-leaf Bushwillow is also known as Bushwillow.
Round-leaf Bushwillow displays a vining, climbing shrub growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 6 ft. Round-leaf Bushwillow produces small, tubular flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Round-leaf Bushwillow?
Combretum rotundifolium requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Round-leaf Bushwillow Need?
Round-leaf Bushwillow thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Round-leaf Bushwillow Prefer?
Combretum rotundifolium grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Round-leaf Bushwillow prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Round-leaf Bushwillow?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Round-leaf Bushwillow to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Round-leaf Bushwillow?
Feed Round-leaf Bushwillow every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Round-leaf Bushwillow?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Round-leaf Bushwillow?
Round-leaf Bushwillow can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to chinese honeysuckle plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Round-leaf Bushwillow Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Round-leaf Bushwillow, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Round-leaf Bushwillow?
Round-leaf Bushwillow is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Round-leaf Bushwillow Need?
Round-leaf Bushwillow grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Round-leaf Bushwillow is native to South America. In cooler regions, grow Round-leaf Bushwillow as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Round-leaf Bushwillow is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Combretum genus — compare its care with other Combretum species on PlantoScan.
Combretum is part of the Combretaceae plant family — browse all Combretaceae genera and species.
Round-leaf Bushwillow thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Combretum Species
Other Combretum species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Combretum rotundifolium Rich., family Combretaceae (first published in Actes Soc. Hist. Nat. Paris 1: 108 (1792)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Round-leaf Bushwillow, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: fmunoz, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10b – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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