Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
197830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Q.W.Yao & R.H.Chang

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.22: 20 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197159



Common Names

  • Ormosia Elliptica
  • Elliptic Ormosia
  • Elliptic Brown Bean


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Description

Ormosia elliptica (also called Elliptic velvet tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China, Vietnam, and Laos. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, pinnate, and up to 15 cm long. The flowers are small and yellow, and the fruits are small and round. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia elliptica is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia elliptica has yellow or orange flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a flat, brown, oblong bean-like pod, about 2 cm long. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia elliptica is a medium-sized evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is typically grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moist soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Ormosia elliptica

Ormosia elliptica is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is most commonly found in India, China, and the Philippines.

Ormosia elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia elliptica?

Ormosia elliptica

What are the common names of Ormosia elliptica?

Elliptic Ormosia, Elliptic Orchid Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia elliptica?

Tropical and subtropical forests of South and Southeast Asia

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

Roh Hwei Chang (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Chang' in the authors string.
Q.W. Yao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.W.Yao' in the authors string.