Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.32: 466 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206783
Common Names
- Derris
- Lonchocarpus
- Tephrosia
Description
Derris rubrocalyx (also called Derris scandens, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Indonesia. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Derris rubrocalyx is used as a soil conditioner, as a fuel, and as a green manure crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, wounds, and insect bites.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Derris rubrocalyx sub. acuminata Verdc.
Derris rubrocalyx sub. rubrocalyx
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Derris rubrocalyx has white flowers with yellow stamens, and its seeds are small and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Derris rubrocalyx is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Derris rubrocalyx
Derris rubrocalyx is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland and montane forests.
Derris rubrocalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Derris rubrocalyx?
Derris rubrocalyx
What is the common name of Derris rubrocalyx?
Red-calyx Derris
What type of plant is Derris rubrocalyx?
Shrub
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