Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sumatrana
ID:
186262

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 150 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185591



Common Names

  • Ormosia sumatrana
  • Sumatran ormosia
  • Sumatran bean


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Synonyms

  • Ormosia decemjuga (Miq.) Prain [invalid]
  • Ormosia euphorioides Pierre ex Gagnep. [valid]
  • Ormosia microsperma Baker [valid]
  • Ormosia septemjuga (Miq.) Prain [invalid]
  • Chaenolobium decemjugum Miq. [valid]
  • Chaenolobium septemjugum Miq. [valid]
  • Macrotropis sumatrana Miq. [valid]
  • Ormosia ridleyi King [unknown]
  • Ormosia microsperma ridleyi Prain [valid]

Description

Ormosia sumatrana (also called Chinese Scholar Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China and Japan. It grows to a height of 10-20 meters with a trunk diameter of up to 50 cm. It is found in forests, scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia sumatrana is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage, and as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia sumatrana has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia sumatrana is a deciduous tree that is native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or directly outdoors. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ormosia sumatrana

Ormosia sumatrana is native to Indonesia and Malaysia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Ormosia sumatrana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia sumatrana?

Ormosia sumatrana

What is the common name of Ormosia sumatrana?

Sumatran ormosia

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia sumatrana?

Grassy fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.