Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bolivarensis
ID:
1254890

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rudd) C.H.Stirt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
J.A.Steyermark & al. (eds.), Fl. Venez. Guayana5: 366 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254228



Common Names

  • Ormosia bolivarensis
  • Bolivar Ormosia
  • Bolivarensis Ormosia


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Description

Ormosia bolivarensis (also called Bolivar Ormosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is an evergreen tree with yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. Native to Venezuela, it grows in wet, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia bolivarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ormosia bolivarensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are short and have a tuft of white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia bolivarensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Ormosia bolivarensis

Ormosia bolivarensis is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Ormosia bolivarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia bolivarensis?

Ormosia bolivarensis

What type of plant is Ormosia bolivarensis?

Ormosia bolivarensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae.

Where is Ormosia bolivarensis found?

Ormosia bolivarensis is found in the tropical forests of Central and 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

References

Velva Elaine Rudd (1910-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudd' in the authors string.
Charles Howard Stirton (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Stirt.' in the authors string.