Grewia sapida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb. ex DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 512 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710286
Common Names
- Grewia Sapida
- Sapid Grewia
- Sapid Star-Berry
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- Grewia nana Wall. [unknown]
- Grewia pumila Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don [unknown]
Description
Grewia sapida (also called Sweet Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in scrub and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Grewia sapida is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages and as a dye for clothes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Grewia sapida are small, white and star-shaped, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Grewia sapida is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry and moist forests. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Grewia sapida
Grewia sapida can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Grewia sapida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grewia sapida?
Grewia sapida
What type of plant is Grewia sapida?
Grewia sapida is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Grewia sapida native to?
Grewia sapida is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
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-2833392: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.