Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meridionalis
ID:
710753

Status:
valid

Authors:
Capuron

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 14 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710086



Common Names

  • Meridionalis Grewia
  • Grewia Meridionalis
  • Meridional Grewia


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Synonyms

  • Grewia meridionalis meridionalis [unknown]

Description

Grewia meridionalis (also called Meridionalis Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It prefers dry and moist deciduous forests, and is found at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Grewia meridionalis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used to make rope, baskets, and mats. The wood is used for fuel and construction.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Grewia meridionalis var. antandroy Capuron

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grewia meridionalis is white or pink in color and has four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grewia meridionalis 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 meridionalis

Grewia meridionalis is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal.

Grewia meridionalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia meridionalis?

Grewia meridionalis

What is the common name of Grewia meridionalis?

Southern Grewia

What type of plant is Grewia meridionalis?

Shrub

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