Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oncopetala
ID:
710822

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 429 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710155



Common Names

  • Oncopetala Grewia
  • Oncopetala's Grewia
  • Grewia Oncopetala


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Synonyms

  • Grewia crassipes Burret [unknown]

Description

Grewia oncopetala (also called Winged 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 oncopetala 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 flowers of Grewia oncopetala are white to pink in color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grewia oncopetala is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4 m tall. It is native to India 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 oncopetala

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

Grewia oncopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia oncopetala?

Grewia oncopetala

What is the family of Grewia oncopetala?

Tiliaceae

What is the common name of Grewia oncopetala?

Oncopetala 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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