Grewia angolensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Welw. ex Mast.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 1: 251 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709729
Common Names
- Angolensis Grewia
- Angola Grewia
- Angola Star-Berry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Grewia angolensis (also called Angolan Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with dark green foliage and white flowers. It is native to Angola and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Grewia angolensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, cough, and dysentery. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Grewia angolensis has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Grewia angolensis is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 m (10 ft) tall. It has bright green, oval-shaped leaves and white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Grewia angolensis
Grewia angolensis is native to Angola and can be found in the provinces of Huambo, Malanje, and Luanda.
Grewia angolensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grewia angolensis?
Grewia angolensis
What type of plant is Grewia angolensis?
Grewia angolensis is a shrub or small tree.
Where does Grewia angolensis grow?
Grewia angolensis grows in Africa, mainly in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Species in the Grewia genus
Grewia kothayarensis, Grewia abutilifolia, Grewia acuminata, Grewia ambongensis, Grewia amicorum, Grewia amplifolia, Grewia analamerensis, Grewia andramparo, Grewia angolensis, Grewia angustisepala, Grewia annamica, Grewia antsiranensis, Grewia apetala, Grewia arborea, Grewia argentea, Grewia asiatica, Grewia astropetala, Grewia atrobrunnea, Grewia australis, Grewia avellana, Grewia baillonii, Grewia bakeriana, Grewia balensis, Grewia baronii, Grewia barteri, Grewia bilamellata, Grewia biloba, Grewia bilocularis, Grewia boehmiana, Grewia boivinii, Grewia bojeri, Grewia botryantha, Grewia brachypoda, Grewia bracteata, Grewia brassii, Grewia breviflora, Grewia brideliifolia, Grewia brunnea, Grewia bulot, Grewia burretiana, Grewia burttii, Grewia caffra, Grewia calvata, Grewia capitellata, Grewia carpinifolia, Grewia carrissoi, Grewia celle, Grewia celtidifolia, Grewia cernua, Grewia cerocarpa,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2832886: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.