Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gautieri
ID:
1302807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wahlert & Nusb.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Candollea 69: 150 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315261



Common Names

  • Gautieri Grewia
  • Madagascar Grewia
  • Gautier's Grewia


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Description

Grewia gautieri (also called 'Gautier's Grewia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a spreading habit with reddish-brown bark and small, glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry deciduous forests and spiny bush habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Grewia gautieri is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grewia gautieri is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grewia gautieri is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Grewia gautieri

Grewia gautieri is native to Madagascar.

Grewia gautieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia gautieri?

Grewia gautieri

What is the natural habitat of Grewia gautieri?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Grewia gautieri?

July to August

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

Gregory A. Wahlert: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wahlert' in the authors string.
Louis Paul Gustave Alvin Nusbaumer (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nusb.' in the authors string.