Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retroflexa
ID:
1427653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 385 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443818

Common Names

  • Retroflexa Grona
  • Grona Retroflexa
  • Retroflexa Grona

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Description

Grona retroflexa (also called Retroflex 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 retroflexa 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 retroflexa 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 retroflexa 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 retroflexa

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

Grona retroflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grona retroflexa?

Grona retroflexa

What is the common name of Grona retroflexa?

Retroflex grona

What is the natural habitat of Grona retroflexa?

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' 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.