Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
710814

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 964 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710147



Common Names

  • Occidentalis Grewia
  • Grewia Occidentalis
  • Occidental Grewia


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Synonyms

  • Grewia chirindae Baker f. [unknown]
  • Grewia microphylla Weim. [unknown]
  • Grewia obtusifolia Eckl. & Zeyh. [unknown]
  • Grewia trinervis E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Grewia ulmifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Grewia seringeana Hamon bis [unknown]

Description

Grewia occidentalis (also called Western Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Africa and is found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Grewia occidentalis 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 occidentalis 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 occidentalis is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 6 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry deciduous forests. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Grewia occidentalis

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

Grewia occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia occidentalis?

Grewia occidentalis

What is the family of Grewia occidentalis?

Tiliaceae

What is the common name of Grewia occidentalis?

Occidentalis 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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