Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
colombiana
ID:
776081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27(2): 96 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775414



Common Names

  • Grias colombiana
  • Colombiana
  • Colombian Grias


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Description

Grias colombiana (also called 'Colombian Grias', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree, with a height of up to 20 feet. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light shade.

Uses & Benefits

Grias colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used in traditional medicines and its fruits are edible. The wood is also used for fuel and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grias colombiana has yellow flowers, small, round, black seeds, and thin, long seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grias colombiana is a relatively easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Grias colombiana

Grias colombiana is native to the tropical forests of Colombia.

Grias colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grias colombiana?

Grias colombiana

What is the natural habitat of Grias colombiana?

Tropical rainforests

What type of soil does Grias colombiana prefer?

Fertile, well-draining soil

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-313961: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.