Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plagiophylla
ID:
710884

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 15: 119 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710217



Common Names

  • Plagiophyllous Grewia
  • Plagiophyllous Star-berry
  • Plagiophyllous Velvet-leaf


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Description

Grewia plagiophylla (also called the twisted crossberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, and it grows in woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Grewia plagiophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Grewia plagiophylla 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 plagiophylla is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, Grewia plagiophylla requires little water and is tolerant of drought.

Where to Find Grewia plagiophylla

Grewia plagiophylla is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Grewia plagiophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia plagiophylla?

Grewia plagiophylla

What is the common name of Grewia plagiophylla?

Slanting Cross-berry

What is the natural habitat of Grewia plagiophylla?

Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

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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