Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
1411180

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Thwaites) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 110 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423645

Common Names

  • Grona ferruginea
  • Ferruginous Grona
  • Ferruginous Grona Tree

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Description

Grona ferruginea (also called Rusty Grona, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree which grows up to 4 metres tall. It is native to the Northern Territory in Australia and is found in monsoon forests, woodlands and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Grona ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grona ferruginea is white and tubular with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a hard seed coat. The seedlings are small and spindly with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grona ferruginea is a shrub native to Brazil. It is propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray, but may require supplemental irrigation during dry periods. It is best grown in soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

Where to Find Grona ferruginea

Grona ferruginea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Grona ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grona ferruginea?

Grona ferruginea

What is the common name of Grona ferruginea?

Grona ferruginea

Where does Grona ferruginea grow?

Grona ferruginea is native to Australia and New Zealand.

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

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' 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.