Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrodisca
ID:
201298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
J.D.Hooker, Fl. Brit. India2: 253 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200627



Common Names

  • Ormosia Macrodisca
  • Big-Disk Ormosia
  • Big-Disk Bean


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Synonyms

  • Ormosia basilanensis Merr. [valid]
  • Ormosia clemensii Merr. [unknown]
  • Ormosia grandifolia Merr. [valid]
  • Ormosia monchyana Boerl. & Koord.-Schum. [valid]
  • Ormosia palembanica S.Moore [valid]
  • Placolobium sumatranum Miq. [valid]
  • Ormosia clementis Merr. [valid]

Description

Ormosia macrodisca (also called 'Macrodisca', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It has an oval-shaped crown and a light grey bark. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry and moist forests, and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia macrodisca is used for timber and fuelwood, and its bark is used for tanning and dyeing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia macrodisca has bright yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia macrodisca is a tropical tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature trees and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The tree prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Ormosia macrodisca

Ormosia macrodisca is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Ormosia macrodisca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia macrodisca?

Ormosia macrodisca

What is the common name of Ormosia macrodisca?

Large-disk bean tree

Where is Ormosia macrodisca found?

Thailand

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