Status:
valid
Authors:
Benoist
Source:
ildis
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat.26: 86 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168256
Common Names
- Cinereous Ormosia
- Ashy Ormosia
- Grey Ormosia
Description
Ormosia cinerea (also called Gray 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 cinerea is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ormosia cinerea has yellow flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to four leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ormosia cinerea is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Ormosia cinerea
Ormosia cinerea is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Ormosia cinerea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormosia cinerea?
Ormosia cinerea
What is the common name of Ormosia cinerea?
Ashy Ormosia
What is the natural habitat of Ormosia cinerea?
Tropical rainforests 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