Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harrowiana
ID:
198086

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) Z.Wei

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.23: 290 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197415



Common Names

  • Derris harrowiana
  • Derris
  • Harrowiana


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Synonyms

  • Millettia harrowiana Diels [valid]

Description

Derris harrowiana (also called 'Harrow's Derris' and 'Harrow'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 harrowiana is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Derris harrowiana 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 harrowiana 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 harrowiana

Derris harrowiana is native to India and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Derris harrowiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris harrowiana?

Derris harrowiana

What is the common name of Derris harrowiana?

Harrow's Derris

Where is Derris harrowiana 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

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Zhi Wei (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Wei' in the authors string.