Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollis
ID:
710777

Status:
valid

Authors:
Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 4: 91 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710110

Common Names

  • Mollis Grewia
  • Grewia Mollis
  • Soft Grewia

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Synonyms

  • Grewia mollis morifolia (Fiori) Cufod. [unknown]
  • Grewia petitiana A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Grewia velutina Franch. [unknown]
  • Grewia venusta Fresen. [unknown]

Description

Grewia mollis (also called Mollis Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It prefers dry and moist deciduous forests, and is found at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Grewia mollis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used to make rope, baskets, and mats. The wood is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grewia mollis is white or pink in color and has four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grewia mollis is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Grewia mollis

Grewia mollis is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Grewia mollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia mollis?

Grewia mollis

What is the common name of Grewia mollis?

Soft Grewia

What type of plant is Grewia mollis?

Shrub

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,

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