Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fordii
ID:
198097

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.18: t. 1771 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197426



Common Names

  • Derris fordii
  • Derris
  • Fordii


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Synonyms

  • Derris fordii fordii [unknown]
  • Indigofera thirionni H.Lév. [valid]
  • Derris fordii lucida F.C.How [unknown]

Description

Derris fordii (also called 'Ford's Derris' and 'Ford's 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 fordii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Derris fordii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Derris fordii 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 fordii

Derris fordii is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangxi and Yunnan.

Derris fordii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris fordii?

Derris fordii

What is the common name of Derris fordii?

Ford's Derris

Where is Derris fordii 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