Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
ildis
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro3: 136 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168259
Common Names
- Coutinhoi Bean
- Coutinhoi Ormosia
- Coutinhoi Wood
Synonyms
- Macroule coutinhoi (Ducke) Pierce [valid]
Description
Ormosia coutinhoi (also called Coutinho's 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 coutinhoi 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 coutinhoi 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 coutinhoi 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 coutinhoi
Ormosia coutinhoi is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Ormosia coutinhoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormosia coutinhoi?
Ormosia coutinhoi
What is the common name of Ormosia coutinhoi?
Coutinho's Ormosia
What is the natural habitat of Ormosia coutinhoi?
Tropical rainforests of Brazil
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