Grewia oppositifolia

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Basic Information

Family: Tiliaceae

Genus: grewia

Plant ID (slug): grewia-oppositifolia

Numeric ID: 23923

USDA Hardiness: 8-11

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Grewia oppositifolia is a deciduous Shrub. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Himalayas.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. A pleasant acid taste[2, 11, 158]. The fruit is about the size of a pea[200].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Grewia oppositifolia