Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
angustipetala
ID:
1322046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cornejo & S.A.Mori

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 64: 319 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334500



Common Names

  • Grias angustipetala
  • Narrow-petalled Grias
  • Narrow-petalled Annona


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Description

Grias angustipetala (also called Narrow-Petaled Grias, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the island of Borneo. It has small, oblong leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Grias angustipetala is a perennial shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grias angustipetala has white flowers with yellowish-green sepals. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are short and slender with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grias angustipetala can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium such as perlite or vermiculite. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Grias angustipetala

Grias angustipetala is native to Peru and can be found in the department of Loreto.

Grias angustipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grias angustipetala?

Grias angustipetala

What is the common name of Grias angustipetala?

Narrow-petaled Grias

What is the natural habitat of Grias angustipetala?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

Xavier Cornejo (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cornejo' in the authors string.
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.