Derris polyanthra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
tro
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind., Eerste Bijv.: 298 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001053412
Common Names
- Derris polyanthra
- Polyanthra Derris
- Polyanthra Root
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Derris polyanthra (also called many-flowered Derris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has yellow flowers and a woody stem. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Derris polyanthra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Derris polyanthra has small, white flowers that are arranged in small clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Derris polyanthra is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Derris polyanthra
Derris polyanthra is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist, shady areas in tropical forests.
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:491401-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Derris polyanthra Miq.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.