Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
171627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vogel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Linnaea11: 405 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170956



Common Names

  • Nitida Ormosia
  • Ormosia nitida
  • Hairy Ormosia


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Description

Ormosia nitida (also called Shiny Ormosia, among many other common names) is a perennial tree with a height of up to 10 m. It is native to South America, and is found in dry and tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia nitida is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves and roots have been used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ormosia nitida is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seeds are small, brown, and slightly flattened. The seedlings are thin and delicate with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia nitida can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny spot. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 8-10 inches apart. Once the plants are established, they should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ormosia nitida

Ormosia nitida is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in open woodlands and savannas.

Ormosia nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia nitida?

Ormosia nitida

What is the common name of Ormosia nitida?

Shiny Ormosia

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia nitida?

Tropical moist forests

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