Ormocarpum drakei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drakei
ID:
197385
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Vig.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)14: 170 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196714
Common Names
- Ormocarpum drakei
- Drake's Ormocarpum
- Drake's False Acacia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ormocarpum drakei (also called Drake's Ormocarpum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Ormocarpum drakei is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ormocarpum drakei are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Ormocarpum drakei is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils, but can tolerate light shade. It does not require any pruning, but can be pruned to shape if desired. It is a relatively low-maintenance plant and can be grown in a wide range of soils.
Where to Find Ormocarpum drakei
Ormocarpum drakei is native to Madagascar and can be found in the central and southern parts of the country.
Ormocarpum drakei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormocarpum drakei?
Ormocarpum drakei
What is the common name of Ormocarpum drakei?
Drake's Ormocarpum
What is the family of Ormocarpum drakei?
Fabaceae
Species in the Ormocarpum genus
Ormocarpum flavum, Ormocarpum keniense, Ormocarpum kirkii, Ormocarpum klainei, Ormocarpum megalophyllum, Ormocarpum muricatum, Ormocarpum schliebenii, Ormocarpum sennoides, Ormocarpum trachycarpum, Ormocarpum trichocarpum, Ormocarpum verrucosum, Ormocarpum cochinchinense, Ormocarpum bernierianum, Ormocarpum drakei, Ormocarpum suberosum, Ormocarpum pubescens, Ormocarpum coccinea, Ormocarpum acuminatum, Ormocarpum zambesianum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Ormocarpum drakei R.Vig.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.