Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schindl.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 116 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423685
Description
Grona schweinfurthii (also called Schweinfurth's grona, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Grona schweinfurthii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach pains.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Grona schweinfurthii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Grona schweinfurthii: This plant is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Grona schweinfurthii
Grona schweinfurthii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Grona schweinfurthii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grona schweinfurthii?
Grona schweinfurthii
What are the common names of Grona schweinfurthii?
Schweinfurth's grona
What is the natural habitat of Grona schweinfurthii?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
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.