Ormosia subsessilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pittier
Source:
ildis
Year:
1945
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat.10: 109 (1945)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170977
Common Names
- Subsessilis Ormosia
- Brazilian Ormosia
- Tucuma Ormosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ormosia subsessilis (also called Subsessile 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis
Ormosia subsessilis is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Ormosia subsessilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormosia subsessilis?
Ormosia subsessilis
What is the common name of Ormosia subsessilis?
Subsessile Ormosia
Where is Ormosia subsessilis 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
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:176400-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Ormosia subsessilis Pittier: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.