Grewia speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burret
Source:
cmp
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 643 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710315
Common Names
- Grewia speciosa
- Speciosa Grewia
- Grewia Speciosa
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- Grewia macrophylla Baker [unknown]
Description
Grewia speciosa (also called Showy Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Madagascar. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in scrub and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Grewia speciosa is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Grewia speciosa 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 speciosa is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 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 speciosa
Grewia speciosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.
Grewia speciosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grewia speciosa?
Grewia speciosa
What is the family of Grewia speciosa?
Tiliaceae
What is the common name of Grewia speciosa?
Cotton-leaved Star-berry
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-2833419: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.