Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caffra
ID:
1427651

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.94: 143 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443816

Common Names

  • Caffra Grona
  • Grona Caffra
  • Caffra Grona

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Description

Grona caffra (also called Caffra Grona, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It grows to a height of 1–2 m and has trifoliate leaves with ovate leaflets. It is found in dry and moist deciduous forests, as well as in open scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Grona caffra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of fuel and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Grona caffra are yellow in color and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grona caffra can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Grona caffra

Grona caffra is native to South Africa. It can be found in the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape.

Grona caffra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grona caffra?

Grona caffra

What is the common name of Grona caffra?

Caffra grona

What is the natural habitat of Grona caffra?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Grona genus

Grona glareosa, Grona heterocarpos, Grona helenae, Grona harmsii, Grona griffithiana, Grona fulvescens, Grona flagellaris, Grona filiformis, Grona ferruginea, Grona muelleri, Grona hannii, Grona pycnotricha, Grona pullenii, Grona nemorosa, Grona juruenensis, Grona jucunda, Grona hirta, Grona heterophylla, Grona brownii, Grona rubra, Grona brevipedicellata, Grona brachystachya, Grona birmannica, Grona barbata, Grona auricoma, Grona appressipila, Grona adscendens, Grona ramosissima, Grona schubertiae, Grona triflora, Grona zenkeri, Grona wynaadensis, Grona wittei, Grona stolzii, Grona trichostachya, Grona setigera, Grona tiwiensis, Grona schweinfurthii, Grona styracifolia, Grona orinocensis, Grona caffra, Grona cordifolia, Grona retroflexa, Grona saulierei, Grona strigillosa, Grona vidalii, Grona varians, Grona reticulata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.