Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nobilis
ID:
174829

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat.4: 106 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174158



Common Names

  • Nobilis Ormosia
  • Noble Ormosia
  • Nobilis Tree


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Description

Ormosia nobilis (also called 'Red-heart', 'Redheart', 'Redheart bean', 'Redheart tree', 'Redwood', 'Redwood tree', 'Rosewood', 'Rosewood tree', 'Tulipwood', 'Tulipwood tree', 'Velvet bean', 'Velvet bean tree', 'Velvet tree' among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia nobilis is a fast-growing tree that can be used for timber and firewood. The bark of the tree is used to make rope and paper. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ormosia nobilis var. nobilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia nobilis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short calyx. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia nobilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Ormosia nobilis

Ormosia nobilis is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Ormosia nobilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia nobilis?

Ormosia nobilis

What is the common name of Ormosia nobilis?

Noble Ormosia

Where is Ormosia nobilis found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions 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