Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
207985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Publ. Bur. Sci. Gov. Lab.35: 21 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207314



Common Names

  • Ormosia Paniculata
  • Paniculata Ormosia
  • Ormosia Paniculata Bush


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Synonyms

  • Ormosia orbiculata Merr. [valid]
  • Placolobium paniculatum (Merr.) Yakovlev [valid]

Description

Ormosia paniculata (also called 'Panicled Ormosia', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Southeast Asia. It has a twining habit and can reach up to 10m in length. It is found in primary and secondary forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia paniculata is used as a medicinal herb, as a food crop, and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia paniculata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia paniculata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagate from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ormosia paniculata

Ormosia paniculata is native to tropical regions of South and Central America, as well as parts of Africa and Asia.

Ormosia paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia paniculata?

Ormosia paniculata

What is the common name of Ormosia paniculata?

Panicled Ormosia

What is the family of Ormosia paniculata?

Fabaceae

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