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Grewia asiatica[edit]

Grewia asiatica, commonly known as phalsa or falsa, is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to southern Asia, from Pakistan and India to Cambodia. The plant is cultivated for its edible fruit and has various uses in traditional medicine.

Description[edit]

Grewia asiatica is a small deciduous tree or shrub that can grow up to 8 meters in height. The leaves are broad, ovate, and have a serrated margin. The plant produces small, yellow flowers that are followed by round, purple to black fruits when ripe. The fruits are about 1 to 2 centimeters in diameter and have a sweet and sour taste.

Cultivation[edit]

Grewia asiatica is cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers well-drained soil and a sunny location. The plant is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types, although it thrives in sandy loam. It is often propagated by seeds or cuttings.

Uses[edit]

The fruits of Grewia asiatica are consumed fresh or processed into sherbet, juice, and other beverages. They are rich in vitamin C, iron, and antioxidants. In traditional medicine, the fruit is used to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Grevillea banksii''', also known as the [[Red Silky Oak]] or [[Kahili Flower]], is a plant species native to [[Australia]]. It belongs to the [[Proteaceae]] family, which is known for its diverse range of flowering plants.
+== Grewia asiatica ==
+[[File:Phalsa_fruits_(Grewia_asiatica).jpg|thumb|right|Phalsa fruits (''Grewia asiatica'')]]
+''Grewia asiatica'', commonly known as phalsa or falsa, is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, [[Malvaceae]]. It is native to southern Asia, from Pakistan and India to Cambodia. The plant is cultivated for its [[edible fruit]] and has various uses in traditional medicine.
 == Description ==
-'''Grevillea banksii''' is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 meters in height. It has narrow, linear leaves that are 15-30 cm long and 1-2 cm wide. The leaves are dark green on top and lighter underneath. The flowers are red or white, and they are arranged in racemes, which are a type of inflorescence. The fruit is a follicle, which is a type of fruit that splits open at maturity to release the seeds.
-== Distribution and Habitat ==
+''Grewia asiatica'' is a small [[deciduous]] tree or shrub that can grow up to 8 meters in height. The leaves are broad, ovate, and have a serrated margin. The plant produces small, yellow flowers that are followed by round, purple to black fruits when ripe. The fruits are about 1 to 2 centimeters in diameter and have a sweet and sour taste.
-'''Grevillea banksii''' is native to the coastal regions of [[Queensland]] and [[New South Wales]] in Australia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including coastal dunes, open forests, and heathlands. It is also commonly grown in gardens for its attractive flowers and as a screen or hedge plant.
 == Cultivation ==
-'''Grevillea banksii''' is a popular garden plant due to its attractive flowers and hardy nature. It is drought-tolerant and can grow in a variety of soil types, although it prefers well-drained soil. It is also frost-tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -7 degrees Celsius. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings.
+''Grewia asiatica'' is cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers well-drained soil and a sunny location. The plant is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types, although it thrives in sandy loam. It is often propagated by seeds or cuttings.
 == Uses ==
-In addition to its use as a garden plant, '''Grevillea banksii''' is also used in [[floriculture]] for its attractive flowers. The flowers are also a source of nectar for birds and insects. In traditional [[Aboriginal]] medicine, the plant was used to treat skin conditions and wounds.
-== Conservation ==
+The fruits of ''Grewia asiatica'' are consumed fresh or processed into [[sherbet]], [[juice]], and other beverages. They are rich in [[vitamin C]], [[iron]], and [[antioxidants]]. In traditional medicine, the fruit is used to treat various ailments such as [[fever]], [[inflammation]], and [[digestive disorders]].
-While '''Grevillea banksii''' is not currently listed as threatened, its habitat is under threat from urban development and habitat fragmentation. Conservation efforts are focused on protecting its habitat and promoting its cultivation in gardens.
+== Related pages ==
+* [[Malvaceae]]
+* [[Edible fruit]]
+* [[Traditional medicine]]
+{{Commons category|Grewia asiatica}}
-[[Category:Flora of Australia]]
+[[Category:Malvaceae]]
-[[Category:Proteaceae]]
+[[Category:Edible fruits]]
-{{Australia-stub}}
+[[Category:Flora of Asia]]
-{{plant-stub}}