Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tavoyana
ID:
201322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.73: 46 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200651



Common Names

  • Ormosia Tavoyana
  • Tavoyan Ormosia
  • Tavoyan Bean


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Synonyms

  • Placolobium tavoyanum (Prain) Yakovlev [valid]

Description

Ormosia tavoyana (also called 'Tavoy-ormosia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Myanmar and Thailand. It is a small tree, growing up to 10m tall, and is typically found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia tavoyana is used for timber and fuelwood, and its bark is used for tanning and dyeing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia tavoyana has bright yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia tavoyana is a perennial shrub that is propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be harvested in about 90 days.

Where to Find Ormosia tavoyana

Ormosia tavoyana is native to tropical Asia and can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of the continent.

Ormosia tavoyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia tavoyana?

Ormosia tavoyana

What is the common name of Ormosia tavoyana?

Tavoyan Ormosia

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia tavoyana?

Ormosia tavoyana is native to Myanmar

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