Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
187576

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.4(Suppl.): 111 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186905



Common Names

  • Derris elliptica
  • Elliptic Derris
  • Derris


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Synonyms

  • Galedupa elliptica (Wall.) Roxb. [valid]
  • Pongamia elliptica Wall. [valid]
  • Derris elliptica elliptica [unknown]
  • Deguelia elliptica (Wall.) Taub. [valid]
  • Galactia termimaliflora Blanco [unknown]
  • Pongamia volubilis Zoll. & Moritzi [valid]
  • Nothoderris purpurea Blume [unknown]
  • Nothoderris glaucescens Blume [unknown]
  • Nothoderris elliptica (Wall.) Blume [unknown]
  • Pongamia dubia Graham [invalid]
  • Pongamia horsfieldii Miq. [valid]
  • Pongamia hypoleuca Miq. [valid]
  • Pongamia grandiflora Vent. [valid]
  • Dalbergia elliptica Span. [valid]
  • Galedupa grandiflora Juss. ex Vent. [invalid]
  • Pterocarpus ellipticus Kuntze [valid]
  • Paraderris elliptica (Wall.) Adema [valid]
  • Derris elliptica glaucophylla (Miq.) Kaneh. & Hatus. [valid]
  • Paraderris elliptica chittagongensis (Thoth.) Adema [valid]
  • Derris elliptica chittagongensis Thoth. [valid]
  • Pongamia volubilis glaucophylla Miq. [unknown]
  • Derris elliptica tonkinensis Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Millettia elliptica (Roxb.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Dalbergia glaucescens Zipp. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Dalbergia purpurea Reinw. ex Hassk. [unknown]

Description

Derris elliptica (also called Bitter-bark, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has yellow flowers and can grow up to 15 m in height. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and bushland, and is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Derris elliptica is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It can also be used as a windbreak, as a source of food for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Derris elliptica has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Derris elliptica is a small, deciduous shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings taken in early summer. The cuttings should be about 6 inches long and should be planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm location until they have rooted. They can then be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Derris elliptica

Derris elliptica is native to Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Derris elliptica FAQ

What are the common names of Derris elliptica?

Derris elliptica is commonly known as the Elliptic Derris.

What is the growth habit of Derris elliptica?

Derris elliptica is an evergreen shrub with a spreading growth habit.

What is the flowering period of Derris elliptica?

Derris elliptica typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

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

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.