Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ornithocephala
ID:
1327578

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Adema) Sirich. & Adema

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Taxon63: 535 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340032

Common Names

  • Derris ornithocephala
  • Bird's-Head Derris
  • Bird's-Head Poison Pea

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Description

Derris ornithocephala (also called Bird's Head Vine, among many other common names) is a woody vine with small, yellow flowers and dark green foliage. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in a variety of habitats, from rainforests to disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Derris ornithocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Derris ornithocephala is a small yellow flower with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a diameter of about 0.3 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Derris ornithocephala is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division of the root system.

Where to Find Derris ornithocephala

Derris ornithocephala can be found in the tropical rainforests of Thailand and Vietnam.

Derris ornithocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris ornithocephala?

Derris ornithocephala

What is the common name of Derris ornithocephala?

Bird's Head Derris

What type of plant is Derris ornithocephala?

Climbing shrub

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

Frederick Arnold Constantin Basil Adema (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adema' in the authors string.
Yotsawate Sirichamorn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sirich.' in the authors string.