Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume ex Miq.
Source:
tro
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind.1(1): 142 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001053415
Common Names
- Derris spanogheana
- Spanogheana Derris
- Spanogheana Root
Description
Derris spanogheana (also called Spanoghe's 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 spanogheana 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 spanogheana has small, yellow, fragrant flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Derris spanogheana 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 spanogheana
Derris spanogheana 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