Derris mariannensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hosok.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Formosa25: 124 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192929
Common Names
- Derris mariannensis
- Mariannensis Derris
- Mariannensis Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Derris mariannensis (also called 'Mariana Derris', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to the Marianas Islands and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses.
Uses & Benefits
Derris mariannensis is used as a fish poison and as an insecticide. It is also used for treating skin diseases and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Derris mariannensis has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Derris mariannensis is a tropical legume that can be propagated through seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in well-drained, fertile soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It can be propagated through cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Derris mariannensis
Derris mariannensis is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Derris mariannensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Derris mariannensis?
Derris mariannensis
What type of plant is Derris mariannensis?
A shrub
Where is Derris mariannensis found?
In tropical and subtropical regions of the world
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
Takahide Hosokawa (1909-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hosok.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Derris mariannensis Hosok.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.