Status:
valid
Authors:
Rudd
Source:
ildis
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.32: 349 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168284
Common Names
- Revoluta Ormosia
- Velvet Ormosia
- Velvet Bean Ormosia
Description
Ormosia revoluta (also called Revolute Ormosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, moist montane forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ormosia revoluta is used as a source of timber for furniture and construction, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ormosia revoluta has yellow flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to four leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ormosia revoluta is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they reach a height of 10-15 cm. The tree should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the tree with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Ormosia revoluta
Ormosia revoluta is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil and can be found in the states of Amazonas and Pará.
Ormosia revoluta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormosia revoluta?
Ormosia revoluta
What is the common name of Ormosia revoluta?
Venezuelan Rosewood
What is the natural habitat of Ormosia revoluta?
Tropical rainforest in 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