Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Weigend & R.H.Acuña
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(2): 375. 2017 [1 May 2017]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421765
Description
Grausa martini (also called Martin's Grausa, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It has dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in tropical forests and is often found near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Grausa martini is a small shrub with yellow flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It is also used for its attractive foliage and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Grausa martini has yellow flowers with white anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grausa martini is a shrub native to East Asia. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Germination can take up to two months.
Where to Find Grausa martini
Grausa martini can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Grausa martini FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grausa martini?
Grausa martini
What is the common name of Grausa martini?
Martini Grausa
What is the natural habitat of Grausa martini?
Mountain meadows and grasslands
Species in the Grausa genus
Species in the Loasaceae family
Aosa gilgiana,
Aosa parviflora,
Aosa plumieri,
Aosa rupestris,
Aosa sigmoidea,
Aosa rostrata,
Aosa uleana,
Aosa grandis,
Blumenbachia dissecta,
Blumenbachia catharinensis,
Blumenbachia eichleri,
Blumenbachia espigneera,
Blumenbachia exalata,
Blumenbachia hieronymi,
Blumenbachia insignis,
Blumenbachia latifolia,
Blumenbachia prietea,
Blumenbachia sylvestris,
Blumenbachia hierorymi,
Blumenbachia amana,
Caiophora deserticola,
Caiophora aconquijae,
Caiophora andina,
Caiophora arechavaletae,
Caiophora boliviana,
Caiophora buraeavi,
Caiophora canarinoides,
Caiophora carduifolia,
Caiophora cernua,
Caiophora chuquisacana,
Caiophora chuquitensis,
Caiophora cirsiifolia,
Caiophora clavata,
Caiophora contorta,
Caiophora coronata,
Caiophora dumetorum,
Caiophora espigneira,
Caiophora grandiflora,
Caiophora hibiscifolia,
Caiophora lateritia,
Caiophora macrantha,
Caiophora madrequisa,
Caiophora mollis,
Caiophora nivalis,
Caiophora patagonica,
Caiophora pedicularifolia,
Caiophora peduncularis,
Caiophora pterosperma,
Caiophora pulchella,
Caiophora rosulata,
References
Rafael H. Acuña C.: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Acuña' in the authors string.