Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fastigiata
ID:
184188

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat.4: 108 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183517



Common Names

  • Ormosia fastigiata
  • Fastigiata Ormosia
  • Fastigiata Velvet Bean


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Synonyms

  • Ormosia escragnolliana Glaz. [unknown]
  • Ormosia glazioviana Harms [valid]

Description

Ormosia fastigiata (also called Fastigiate Ormosia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical Africa. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests, woodlands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia fastigiata is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood and timber, and as a shade tree. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia fastigiata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia fastigiata is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall. The tree can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Ormosia fastigiata

Ormosia fastigiata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Ormosia fastigiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia fastigiata?

Ormosia fastigiata

What is the common name of Ormosia fastigiata?

Umbrella Ormosia

What is the family of Ormosia fastigiata?

Fabaceae

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