Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
granvillei
ID:
1252408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 322 (-323) (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251746

Common Names

  • Ernestia granvillei
  • Granvillei Ernestia
  • Ernestia Granvillei

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Description

Ernestia granvillei (also called Granville's Ernestia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and it is found in moist forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ernestia granvillei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ernestia granvillei is a white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ernestia granvillei is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of light frosts. Propagate from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Ernestia granvillei

Ernestia granvillei can be found in Central America, from Mexico to Panama.

Ernestia granvillei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ernestia granvillei?

Ernestia granvillei

What is the common name of Ernestia granvillei?

Granville's Ernestia

Where is Ernestia granvillei native to?

Southern Mexico and Central America

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References