Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pedley) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 111 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423637
Common Names
- Grona glareosa
- Glareous Grona
- Glareous Grona Tree
Description
Grona glareosa (also called Glareous 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 glareosa 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 glareosa 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grona glareosa 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 glareosa
Grona glareosa is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Grona glareosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grona glareosa?
Grona glareosa
What is the common name of Grona glareosa?
Grona glareosa
Where does Grona glareosa grow?
Grona glareosa 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
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.