Ormosia santaremnensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
ildis
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro4: 63 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170983
Common Names
- Santarem Bean
- Brazilian Bean
- Ormosia santaremnensis
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- Ormosia nobilis santaremnensis (Ducke) Rudd [unknown]
- Ormosia faroensis Ducke [unknown]
Description
Ormosia santaremnensis (also called Santarem Ormosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ormosia santaremnensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves and roots have been used to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ormosia santaremnensis is a small, yellow-green bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, flat, brown bean. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ormosia santaremnensis is a perennial plant native to tropical regions of the world. It is easily propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F. It can be propagated by cuttings or air layering.
Where to Find Ormosia santaremnensis
Ormosia santaremnensis is native to the tropical rainforest of South America, particularly in Brazil, Guyana, and Suriname.
Ormosia santaremnensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormosia santaremnensis?
Ormosia santaremnensis
What is the common name of Ormosia santaremnensis?
Santarem Ormosia
Where is Ormosia santaremnensis native to?
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
References
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Ormosia santaremnensis Ducke: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.