Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
praecox
ID:
710897

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 15: 117 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710230



Common Names

  • Precocious Grewia
  • Precocious Star-berry
  • Precocious Velvet-leaf


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Description

Grewia praecox (also called Early 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 praecox is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye for clothes and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Grewia praecox sub. latiovata C.Whitehouse

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grewia praecox has small yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grewia praecox is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is found in dry areas and prefers full sun. Propagation is best done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate sunlight.

Where to Find Grewia praecox

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

Grewia praecox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia praecox?

Grewia praecox

What is the family of Grewia praecox?

Tiliaceae

What is the common name of Grewia praecox?

Early Crossberry

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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