Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchra
ID:
642461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gage

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India3: 49 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641793

Common Names

  • Pulchra Derris
  • Pulchra Velvet Plant
  • Pulchra Velvet-Leaf

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Description

Derris pulchra (also called 'Beautiful Derris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant found in tropical Africa and Asia. It is an evergreen shrub with lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Derris pulchra is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Derris pulchra has small yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Derris pulchra is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Derris pulchra can be propagated by layering.

Where to Find Derris pulchra

Derris pulchra is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical forests.

Derris pulchra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris pulchra?

Derris pulchra

What is the family of Derris pulchra?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Derris pulchra?

Beautiful Derris

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