Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
thomassetii
ID:
711178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 28: t. 2789 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710511



Common Names

  • Grisollea thomassetii
  • Thomassetii Grisollea
  • Grisollea Thomassetii


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Description

Grisollea thomassetii (also called Thomasset's Grisollea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to South Africa. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub, and savanna.

Uses & Benefits

Grisollea thomassetii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, with five petals. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: Long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grisollea thomassetii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Grisollea thomassetii

Grisollea thomassetii is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Grisollea thomassetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grisollea thomassetii?

Grisollea thomassetii

What is the common name of Grisollea thomassetii?

Scarlet Flame

What is the natural habitat of Grisollea thomassetii?

It is native to South Africa and is found growing in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Stemonuraceae family

Cantleya corniculata, Codiocarpus andamanicus, Codiocarpus merrittii, Discophora guianensis, Discophora montana, Gastrolepis alticola, Gastrolepis austrocaledonica, Gomphandra apoensis, Gomphandra australiana, Gomphandra cambodiana, Gomphandra capitulata, Gomphandra comosa, Gomphandra coriacea, Gomphandra cumingiana, Gomphandra dolichocarpa, Gomphandra donnaiensis, Gomphandra flavicarpa, Gomphandra fuliginea, Gomphandra fusiformis, Gomphandra javanica, Gomphandra lancifolia, Gomphandra luzoniensis, Gomphandra lysipetala, Gomphandra mappioides, Gomphandra mollis, Gomphandra montana, Gomphandra oblongifolia, Gomphandra oligantha, Gomphandra pallida, Gomphandra papuana, Gomphandra parviflora, Gomphandra pseudojavanica, Gomphandra pseudoprasina, Gomphandra quadrifida, Gomphandra sawiensis, Gomphandra schoepfiifolia, Gomphandra simularensis, Gomphandra subrostrata, Gomphandra tetrandra, Gomphandra tomentella, Gomphandra velutina, Gomphandra palustris, Gomphandra halconensis, Gomphandra conklinii, Gomphandra rarinervis, Gomphandra fernandoi, Gomphandra bracteata, Gomphandra coi, Gomphandra psilandra, Gomphandra dinagatensis,

References

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:607828-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.