Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflora
ID:
711187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 5: 197 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710520



Common Names

  • Gronovia longiflora
  • Longiflora Gronovia
  • Gronovia Longiflora


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Description

Gronovia longiflora (also called Long-flowered Gronovia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to South Africa. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub, and savanna.

Uses & Benefits

Gronovia longiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, with five petals. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: Long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gronovia longiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Gronovia longiflora

Gronovia longiflora is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Gronovia longiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gronovia longiflora?

Gronovia longiflora

What is the common name of Gronovia longiflora?

Scarlet Flame

What is the natural habitat of Gronovia longiflora?

It is native to South Africa and is found growing in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Gronovia 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,

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