Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
199565

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Backer

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Index Kew. 1(1): 332. 1893.[6 Sep 1893]; Valeton ex Backer, Voorl. Schoolfl. Java, 95(1908), in clavi. , sub 'Brachypterum microphyllum'

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198894



Common Names

  • Derris microphylla
  • Small-leaved Derris
  • Small-leaved Pea


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Synonyms

  • Deguelia dalbergioides (Baker) Taub. [unknown]
  • Bradypterum microphyllum Miq. [unknown]

Description

Derris microphylla (also called Small-leaved Derris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is found in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Derris microphylla is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a variety of products, including paper, fabric, and rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Derris microphylla is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Derris microphylla is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Derris microphylla

Derris microphylla can be found in tropical regions of Asia, especially in India and Sri Lanka.

Derris microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris microphylla?

Derris microphylla

What is the common name of Derris microphylla?

Small-leaved Bean

What is the native range of Derris microphylla?

Southeast Asia

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

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Andries Backer (1874-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:491371-1: Based on the initial data import