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L.Chen
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Common Names
- Ormosia Pachyptera
- Thick-winged Ormosia
- Thick-winged Brown Bean
Description
Ormosia pachyptera (also called 'Thick-winged 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 pachyptera is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ormosia pachyptera 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ormosia pachyptera is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Pruning is recommended to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Ormosia pachyptera
Ormosia pachyptera is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guangdong.
Ormosia pachyptera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormosia pachyptera?
Ormosia pachyptera
What are the common names of Ormosia pachyptera?
Thick-winged Ormosia, Thick-winged Orchid Tree
What is the natural habitat of Ormosia pachyptera?
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
References
Lian Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Chen' in the authors string.