Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
201306

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) Voigt

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Hort. Suburb. Calcutt.: 205 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200635



Common Names

  • Ormosia Robusta
  • Robust Ormosia
  • Robust Bean


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Description

Ormosia robusta (also called 'Robusta', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It has an oval-shaped crown and a light grey bark. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry and moist forests, and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia robusta is used for timber and fuelwood, and its bark is used for tanning and dyeing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia robusta has bright yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia robusta is a perennial shrub that is propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be harvested in about 90 days.

Where to Find Ormosia robusta

Ormosia robusta is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Ormosia robusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia robusta?

Ormosia robusta

What is the common name of Ormosia robusta?

Robust bean tree

Where is Ormosia robusta found?

Thailand

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

IPNI record: 1004451-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001423983
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Joachim Otto Voigt (1798-1843): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Voigt' in the authors string.