Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cochinchinense
ID:
187271

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lour.) Merr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C5: 76 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186600



Common Names

  • Ormocarpum cochinchinense
  • Cochin China Ormocarpum
  • Cochin-china Ormocarpum


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Synonyms

  • Ormocarpum orientale (Spreng.) Merr. [valid]
  • Ormocarpum glabrum Teijsm. & Binn. [valid]
  • Diphaca cochinchinensis Lour. [valid]
  • Diphaea cochinchinense Lour. [unknown]
  • Dalbergia diphaca Pers. [illegitimate]
  • Parkinsonia orientalis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Diphaca cochinchinense Lour. [unknown]
  • Ormocarpum intermedium Teijsm. & Binn. [valid]
  • Ormocarpum ochroleucum Zoll. & Moritzi [valid]
  • Ormocarpum singapurianum Wall. [invalid]
  • Parkinsonia orientale Spreng. [valid]
  • Solulus cochinchinensis (Lour.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Ormocarpum sennoides laevis Benth. [valid]
  • Ormocarpum glabrum minahassanum Teijsm. & Binn. [valid]
  • Hedysarum cochinchinense (Lour.) Schrank [unknown]
  • Diphaca cochinchinensis grandifoliolata Taub. [unknown]
  • Diphaca cochinchinensis parvifoliolata Taub. [unknown]

Description

Ormocarpum cochinchinense (also called Cochinchinese ormocarpum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are trifoliate. It is found in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ormocarpum cochinchinense is a tropical shrub native to South East Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormocarpum cochinchinense has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormocarpum cochinchinense is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny location until they are established. Once established, the shrub is fairly drought-tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Ormocarpum cochinchinense

Ormocarpum cochinchinense is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in dry, open grasslands and woodlands.

Ormocarpum cochinchinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormocarpum cochinchinense?

Ormocarpum cochinchinense

What are the common names of Ormocarpum cochinchinense?

Cochin China ormocarpum and cochin ormocarpum

What is the native range of Ormocarpum cochinchinense?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

João de Loureiro (1710-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lour.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.