Derris breviramosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.C.How
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.3: 219 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197421
Common Names
- Derris breviramosa
- Derris
- Breviramosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Derris breviramosa (also called 'Short-Branch Derris' and 'Short-Branch Wisteria', among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to China and is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It can grow up to 20m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 50cm.
Uses & Benefits
Derris breviramosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Derris breviramosa has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Derris breviramosa is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Derris breviramosa
Derris breviramosa is native to China and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Derris breviramosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Derris breviramosa?
Derris breviramosa
What is the common name of Derris breviramosa?
Short-stemmed Derris
Where is Derris breviramosa native to?
China
Species in the Derris genus
Derris parviflora, Derris marginata, Derris lianoides, Derris cuneifolia, Derris canarensis, Derris amoena, Derris benthamii, Derris brevipes, Derris elegans, Derris hainesiana, Derris elliptica, Derris oligosperma, Derris mariannensis, Derris harrowiana, Derris cavaleriei, Derris caudatilimba, Derris breviramosa, Derris scabricaulis, Derris tonkinensis, Derris fordii, Derris rubromaculata, Derris alborubra, Derris laxiflora, Derris palmifolia, Derris hainanensis, Derris tinghuensis, Derris ferruginea, Derris microphylla, Derris trifoliata, Derris laotica, Derris monticola, Derris polyphylla, Derris reticulata, Derris acuminata, Derris andamanica, Derris heyneana, Derris kanjilalii, Derris kingdonwardii, Derris lushaiensis, Derris macrocarpa, Derris microphylla, Derris ovalifolia, Derris secunda, Derris thothathrii, Derris heyneana, Derris montana, Derris oblongifolia, Derris polyantha, Derris pubipetala, Derris rubrocalyx,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Foon Chew How (1908-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.C.How' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Derris breviramosa F.C.How: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.