Ormosia purpureiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chen.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Sargentia 3: 105. 1943
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197177
Common Names
- Ormosia Purpureiflora
- Purple-flowered Ormosia
- Purple-flowered Brown Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ormosia purpureiflora (also called Purple Ormosia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical regions of Asia and the Pacific. It has a rounded crown, and its leaves are alternate and pinnate. It grows in tropical forests, and can reach heights of up to 5 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Ormosia purpureiflora is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ormosia purpureiflora has small, purple 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ormosia purpureiflora 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 purpureiflora
Ormosia purpureiflora is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guangdong.
Ormosia purpureiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormosia purpureiflora?
Ormosia purpureiflora
What are the common names of Ormosia purpureiflora?
Purple-flowered Ormosia, Purple-flowered Orchid Tree
What is the natural habitat of Ormosia purpureiflora?
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,