Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudomarginata
ID:
1321348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sirich.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.37: 420 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333802

Common Names

  • Pseudomarginata Derris
  • Derris Pseudomarginata
  • Pseudomarginata Derris

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Description

Derris pseudomarginata (also called 'False-margined Derris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb, with stems up to 40 cm tall and leaves up to 8 cm long. The flower heads are yellow and up to 1 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Derris pseudomarginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant in landscaping. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Derris pseudomarginata is a yellow to orange, tubular flower with five petals and five sepals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Derris pseudomarginata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained seed-raising mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted.

Where to Find Derris pseudomarginata

Derris pseudomarginata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Derris pseudomarginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris pseudomarginata?

Derris pseudomarginata

What is the common name of Derris pseudomarginata?

False-margined Derris

Where is Derris pseudomarginata native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Derris genus

Derris parviflora, Derris marginata, Derris lianoides, Derris cuneifolia, Derris canarensis, Derris amoena, Derris benthamii, Derris brevipes, Derris elegans, Derris hainesiana, Derris elliptica, Derris oligosperma, Derris mariannensis, Derris harrowiana, Derris cavaleriei, Derris caudatilimba, Derris breviramosa, Derris scabricaulis, Derris tonkinensis, Derris fordii, Derris rubromaculata, Derris alborubra, Derris laxiflora, Derris palmifolia, Derris hainanensis, Derris tinghuensis, Derris ferruginea, Derris microphylla, Derris trifoliata, Derris laotica, Derris monticola, Derris polyphylla, Derris reticulata, Derris acuminata, Derris andamanica, Derris heyneana, Derris kanjilalii, Derris kingdonwardii, Derris lushaiensis, Derris macrocarpa, Derris microphylla, Derris ovalifolia, Derris secunda, Derris thothathrii, Derris heyneana, Derris montana, Derris oblongifolia, Derris polyantha, Derris pubipetala, Derris rubrocalyx,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Yotsawate Sirichamorn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sirich.' in the authors string.