Status:
valid
Authors:
Barberá & Riina
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 221: 175 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330231
Description
Grossera angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Grossera, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Grossera angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Grossera angustifolia is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf with a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grossera angustifolia is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Grossera angustifolia
Grossera angustifolia is native to Mexico.
Grossera angustifolia FAQ
What type of plant is Grossera angustifolia?
Grossera angustifolia is a type of shrub.
Where does Grossera angustifolia grow?
Grossera angustifolia is native to Mexico.
What are the care requirements for Grossera angustifolia?
Grossera angustifolia prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Species in the Grossera genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
Ricarda Riina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riina' in the authors string.
Patricia Barberá: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barberá' in the authors string.