Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
710377

Status:
valid

Authors:
Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 4: 91 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709710



Common Names

  • Acuminata Grewia
  • Pointed-Leaf Grewia
  • Pointed-Berry Grewia


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Synonyms

  • Grewia densiserrulata Hung T.Chang [unknown]

Description

Grewia acuminata (also called Long-leaf Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with dark green foliage and white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Grewia acuminata is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a screening plant, windbreak or hedge. It is suitable for coastal gardens and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grewia acuminata is a white-yellow star-shaped flower, with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a grey-green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grewia acuminata is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 m (10 ft) tall. It has bright green, oval-shaped leaves and white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Grewia acuminata

Grewia acuminata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Grewia acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia acuminata?

Grewia acuminata

What type of plant is Grewia acuminata?

Grewia acuminata is a shrub or small tree.

Where does Grewia acuminata grow?

Grewia acuminata grows in Africa, mainly in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Species in the Grewia genus

Grewia kothayarensis, Grewia abutilifolia, Grewia acuminata, Grewia ambongensis, Grewia amicorum, Grewia amplifolia, Grewia analamerensis, Grewia andramparo, Grewia angolensis, Grewia angustisepala, Grewia annamica, Grewia antsiranensis, Grewia apetala, Grewia arborea, Grewia argentea, Grewia asiatica, Grewia astropetala, Grewia atrobrunnea, Grewia australis, Grewia avellana, Grewia baillonii, Grewia bakeriana, Grewia balensis, Grewia baronii, Grewia barteri, Grewia bilamellata, Grewia biloba, Grewia bilocularis, Grewia boehmiana, Grewia boivinii, Grewia bojeri, Grewia botryantha, Grewia brachypoda, Grewia bracteata, Grewia brassii, Grewia breviflora, Grewia brideliifolia, Grewia brunnea, Grewia bulot, Grewia burretiana, Grewia burttii, Grewia caffra, Grewia calvata, Grewia capitellata, Grewia carpinifolia, Grewia carrissoi, Grewia celle, Grewia celtidifolia, Grewia cernua, Grewia cerocarpa,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,