Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flava
ID:
168934

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ducke) Rudd

Source:
ildis

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.32: 298 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168263



Common Names

  • Flava Bean
  • Flava Ormosia
  • Flava Wood


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Synonyms

  • Ormosiopsis flava (Ducke) Ducke [valid]
  • Clathrotropis flava Ducke [valid]
  • Clathrotropis surinamensis Kleinhoonte [valid]

Description

Ormosia flava (also called Yellow 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 flava 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 flava 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia flava 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 flava

Ormosia flava is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Ormosia flava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia flava?

Ormosia flava

What is the common name of Ormosia flava?

Yellow Ormosia

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia flava?

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

References

Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Velva Elaine Rudd (1910-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudd' in the authors string.