Status:
valid
Authors:
Sirich. & Adema
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Blumea59: 101 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341567
Common Names
- Derris solorioides
- Solorioides Derris
- Solorioides Wood
Description
Derris solorioides (also called 'Solorio's Derris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in tropical forests and is an evergreen shrub.
Uses & Benefits
Derris solorioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant due to its fast growth rate. It can also be used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Derris solorioides has small, yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Derris solorioides is a tropical plant that prefers warm temperatures and humid conditions. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes 2-3 inches deep and 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Derris solorioides
Derris solorioides is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Derris solorioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Derris solorioides?
Derris solorioides
What is the common name of Derris solorioides?
Solorioides Derris
What is the natural habitat of Derris solorioides?
Tropical rainforests
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