Ormosia xylocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
Merr. & L.Chen
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200656
Common Names
- Ormosia Xylocarpa
- Xylocarpa Ormosia
- Xylocarpa Bean
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- Ormosia polysperma L.Chen [unknown]
Description
Ormosia xylocarpa (also called 'Xylocarp-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 Vietnam and Laos. It is a small tree, growing up to 10m tall, and is typically found in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ormosia xylocarpa is used for timber and fuelwood, and its bark is used for tanning and dyeing.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ormosia xylocarpa 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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Ormosia xylocarpa 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 xylocarpa
Ormosia xylocarpa is native to tropical Asia and can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of the continent.
Ormosia xylocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ormosia xylocarpa?
Ormosia xylocarpa
What is the common name of Ormosia xylocarpa?
Xylocarp Ormosia
What is the natural habitat of Ormosia xylocarpa?
Ormosia xylocarpa is native to China
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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lian Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Chen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:510819-1: Based on the initial data import