Also known as Ubhunzu
Miombo dwarf donkey-berry (Grewia decemovulata) is a shrubby plant native to Africa, known for its small, edible berries and its role in the Miombo woodland ecosystem.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers a location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures; protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season, refrain in dormancy.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.
Pruning can also be done lightly after flowering to control size and shape.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings consistently moist and warm, preferably in a propagator, until roots develop.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 3-4 years. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Miombo Dwarf Donkey-Berry (Grewia decemovulata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Grewia |
| Species | Grewia decemovulata |
Similar in genus Grewia
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
