Grewia latiglandulosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.Y.Huang & S.Y.Liu
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 13: 367 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710047
Common Names
- Grewia Latiglandulosa
- Latiglandulosa Grewia
- Latiglandulosa Starburst
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Grewia latiglandulosa (also called Long-glandular Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and black fruits. It is native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Grewia latiglandulosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural dye and in making paper and rope.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Grewia latiglandulosa are white, star-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark-brown and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Grewia latiglandulosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Grewia latiglandulosa
Grewia latiglandulosa is native to India and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the country.
Grewia latiglandulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grewia latiglandulosa?
Grewia latiglandulosa
What is the family of Grewia latiglandulosa?
Tiliaceae
What is the distribution of Grewia latiglandulosa?
India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands
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-2833174: Based on the initial data import
Shou Yang Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Liu' in the authors string.
Zhao Yu Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Huang' in the authors string.