Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venosa
ID:
207997

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
J.D.Hooker, Fl. Brit. India2: 254 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207326

Common Names

  • Ormosia Venosa
  • Venosa Ormosia
  • Ormosia Venosa Bush

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Description

Ormosia venosa (also called 'Veined Ormosia', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Southeast Asia. It has a twining habit and can reach up to 10m in length. It is found in primary and secondary forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia venosa is used as a medicinal herb, as a food crop, and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ormosia venosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia venosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Ormosia venosa

Ormosia venosa is native to tropical regions of South and Central America, as well as parts of Africa and Asia.

Ormosia venosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia venosa?

Ormosia venosa

What type of plant is Ormosia venosa?

It is a tree

Where is Ormosia venosa native to?

It is native to India

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