Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schweinfurthii
ID:
1411220

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 116 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423685


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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.

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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

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.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.