Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monticola
ID:
200979

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 361 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200308



Common Names

  • Derris Monticola
  • Monticola Derris
  • Derris


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Synonyms

  • Derris microptera Benth. [valid]
  • Millettia monticola Kurz [valid]
  • Deguelia microptera (Benth.) Taub. [valid]
  • Phaseoloides monticola (Kurz) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pterocarpus micropterus Kuntze [valid]
  • Derris acuminata sikkimensis Thoth. [valid]

Description

Derris monticola (also called Mountain Derris, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 2 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.5 m. It is found in the tropical rainforest of West and Central Africa, and is often found in secondary forests, riverine forests, and wooded grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Derris monticola is used as a dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Derris monticola has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in axillary racemes. Its seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Derris monticola is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but does best in tropical and subtropical climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Derris monticola

Derris monticola is native to India.

Derris monticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris monticola?

Derris monticola

What is the common name of Derris monticola?

Mountain Derris

What is the typical habitat of Derris monticola?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.