Ormocarpum suberosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suberosum
ID:
206187
Status:
valid
Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië27: 55 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205516
Common Names
- Ormocarpum suberosum
- Suberose Ormocarpum
- Corky Ormocarpum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ormocarpum suberosum (also called Suberose Ormocarpum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, where it is found in Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. It typically grows in wet, disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ormocarpum suberosum is used as a medicinal plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ormocarpum suberosum is a yellow-orange color with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ormocarpum suberosum is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Ormocarpum suberosum
Ormocarpum suberosum is native to India and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.
Ormocarpum suberosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormocarpum suberosum?
Ormocarpum suberosum
What is the family of Ormocarpum suberosum?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Ormocarpum suberosum?
Corky Ormocarpum
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
Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Ormocarpum suberosum Teijsm. & Binn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.