Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
168921

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
ildis

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro3: 139 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168250



Common Names

  • Amazon Ormosia
  • Amazonian Ormosia
  • Purple Ormosia


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Synonyms

  • Ormosia euneura Harms [valid]
  • Ormosia amazonica venenifera R.E.Schult. [valid]

Description

Ormosia amazonica (also called Amazon ormosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in open and disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia amazonica is a nitrogen-fixing plant, which makes it a great choice for soil improvement. It is also used as a cover crop and can be used as a green manure. Its seeds are edible and can be used to make flour.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ormosia amazonica is a small, white, four petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia amazonica is a perennial plant that grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seeds should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 12 inches apart when they reach a few inches in height.

Where to Find Ormosia amazonica

Ormosia amazonica is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is found in moist, tropical areas such as rainforests and swamps.

Ormosia amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia amazonica?

Ormosia amazonica

What is the common name of Ormosia amazonica?

Amazonian Ormosia

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia amazonica?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Ormosia genus

Ormosia amazonica, Ormosia antioquensis, Ormosia arborea, Ormosia bahiensis, Ormosia bopiensis, Ormosia cinerea, Ormosia colombiana, Ormosia costulata, Ormosia coutinhoi, Ormosia cruenta, Ormosia cuatrecasasii, Ormosia elata, Ormosia flava, Ormosia friburgensis, Ormosia froesii, Ormosia grandiflora, Ormosia grossa, Ormosia holerythra, Ormosia isthmensis, Ormosia jamaicensis, Ormosia krugii, Ormosia larecajana, Ormosia lignivalvis, Ormosia macrocalyx, Ormosia maguireorum, Ormosia melanocarpa, Ormosia minor, Ormosia monosperma, Ormosia paraensis, Ormosia revoluta, Ormosia smithii, Ormosia solimoesensis, Ormosia steyermarkii, Ormosia stipularis, Ormosia tovarensis, Ormosia venezolana, Ormosia vicosana, Ormosia williamsii, Ormosia peruviana, Ormosia ruddiana, Ormosia schunkei, Ormosia nitida, Ormosia coccinea, Ormosia trifoliolata, Ormosia subsessilis, Ormosia discolor, Ormosia excelsa, Ormosia macrophylla, Ormosia nobilis, Ormosia oaxacana,

Species in the Fabaceae family