Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessilifolia
ID:
710975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 1: 167 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710308



Common Names

  • Grewia sessilifolia
  • Sessilifolia Grewia
  • Grewia Sessilifolia


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Description

Grewia sessilifolia (also called Sessile-leaved Grewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Madagascar. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Grewia sessilifolia is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Grewia sessilifolia are small, white and star-shaped, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grewia sessilifolia is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry and moist forests. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Grewia sessilifolia

Grewia sessilifolia can be found in Australia, specifically in New South Wales and Queensland.

Grewia sessilifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grewia sessilifolia?

Grewia sessilifolia

What is the family of Grewia sessilifolia?

Tiliaceae

What is the common name of Grewia sessilifolia?

Stalkless-leaved 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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