Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
197866

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Lan

Source:
ildis

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
J. Nanjing Technol. Coll. Forest Prod.1981(1): 135 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197195



Common Names

  • Ormosia Saxatilis
  • Rock Ormosia
  • Rock Brown Bean


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Description

Ormosia saxatilis (also called Rock 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 saxatilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia saxatilis has small, yellow 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia saxatilis 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 saxatilis

Ormosia saxatilis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guangdong.

Ormosia saxatilis FAQ

What are the common names of Ormosia saxatilis?

The common names of Ormosia saxatilis are Rock Bean and Rock-flowered Bean.

What is the native range of Ormosia saxatilis?

Ormosia saxatilis is native to Southeast Asia and parts of China.

What are the uses of Ormosia saxatilis?

Ormosia saxatilis is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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