Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmifolia
ID:
198105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chun & F.C.How

Source:
ildis

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.2: 68 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197434



Common Names

  • Derris Palm
  • Palm Derris
  • Derris Palmifolia


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Description

Derris palmifolia (also called Palmate Derris, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of Asia and the Pacific. It has a rounded crown, and its leaves are alternate and pinnate. It grows in tropical forests, and can reach heights of up to 3 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Derris palmifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Derris palmifolia 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 palmifolia 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 palmifolia

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

Derris palmifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris palmifolia?

Derris palmifolia

What is the common name of Derris palmifolia?

Palm-leaved derris

What is the natural habitat of Derris palmifolia?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
Foon Chew How (1908-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.C.How' in the authors string.