Ormocarpum verrucosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verrucosum
ID:
176913
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Beauv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1806
Citation Micro:
Fl. Oware1: 96 (1806)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000176242
Common Names
- Warty Ormocarpum
- Ormocarpum Verrucosum
- Verrucose Ormocarpum
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- Muellera verrucosa (P.Beauv.) Pers. [valid]
- Diphaca verrucosa (P.Beauv.) Taub. [valid]
- Solulus verrucosus (P.Beauv.) Kuntze [valid]
- Ormocarpum verrucosum verrucosum [unknown]
- Ormocarpum verrucosum wombaliense J.Léonard [unknown]
Description
Ormocarpum verrucosum (also called Warty Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a low-growing, mat-forming habit and grows to a height of about 6 inches. Its leaves are alternate, pinnately compound, and bluish-green in color. It produces small, yellow flowers in late spring. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ormocarpum verrucosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a source of firewood and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ormocarpum verrucosum has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and fragile.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ormocarpum verrucosum is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Ormocarpum verrucosum
Ormocarpum verrucosum is native to India and can be found in dry, open forests and scrublands.
Ormocarpum verrucosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormocarpum verrucosum?
Ormocarpum verrucosum
What is the common name of Ormocarpum verrucosum?
Warty Ormocarpum
Where does Ormocarpum verrucosum grow?
Ormocarpum verrucosum is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
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
Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Ormocarpum verrucosum P.Beauv.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.