Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
striata
ID:
197851

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.35: 492 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197180



Common Names

  • Ormosia Striata
  • Striate Ormosia
  • Striate Brown Bean


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Synonyms

  • Fedorovia striata (Dunn) Yakovlev [valid]
  • Fedorouia striata (Dunn) Yakovlev [unknown]

Description

Ormosia striata (also called Striped 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 striata is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia striata 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 striata 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 striata

Ormosia striata can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Ormosia striata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia striata?

Ormosia striata

What are the common names of Ormosia striata?

Striped Ormosia, Striped Orchid Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia striata?

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,

Species in the Fabaceae family