Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
710799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 4: 90 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710132



Common Names

  • Nitida Grewia
  • Grewia Nitida
  • Neat Grewia


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Description

Grewia nitida (also called Shiny 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 nitida 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grewia nitida 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 nitida is a small evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn and treated with a rooting hormone. Plant in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist.

Where to Find Grewia nitida

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

Grewia nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia nitida?

Grewia nitida

What is the family of Grewia nitida?

Tiliaceae

What is the common name of Grewia nitida?

Nitida Grewia

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,

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