Grewia falcata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Y.Wu
Source:
cmp
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
J. W. China Border Res. Soc. 16: 161 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709919
Common Names
- Grewia falcata
- Sickle-shaped Crossberry
- Sickle-shaped Grewia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Grewia falcata (also called Sickle Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia, growing up to 2 m high. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, as well as on rocky hillsides and in heathland. Its leaves are narrow and linear, and its flowers are yellow with red styles.
Uses & Benefits
Grewia falcata 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
Grewia falcata has white to pink flowers that are bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have oblong-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Grewia falcata is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Grewia falcata
Grewia falcata is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Grewia falcata FAQ
What is the common name of Grewia falcata?
Sickle Raisin Berry
What is the growth habit of Grewia falcata?
It is a small evergreen tree or shrub
What is the native range of Grewia falcata?
It is native to tropical Africa
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2833057: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.