Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
197837

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.C.Wu

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.71: 182 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197166



Common Names

  • Ormosia Glaberrima
  • Smooth Ormosia
  • Smooth Brown Bean


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Synonyms

  • Ormosia kwangsiensis H.Y.Chen [valid]
  • Fedorovia glaberrima (Y.C.Wu) Yakovlev [valid]

Description

Ormosia glaberrima (also called 'Smooth Ormosia', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India. It has small, yellow flowers and a woody stem. It grows in moist, rocky soils and is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia glaberrima has small, yellow flowers with a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia glaberrima is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Ormosia glaberrima

Ormosia glaberrima is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guangdong.

Ormosia glaberrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia glaberrima?

Ormosia glaberrima

What are the common names of Ormosia glaberrima?

Smooth Ormosia, Smooth Orchid Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia glaberrima?

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