Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
182807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rudd

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods113: 124 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182136

Common Names

  • Ormosia velutina
  • Red Bean
  • Mucuna Bean

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Synonyms

  • Ormosia schippii Pierce ex Standl. & Steyerm. [valid]

Description

Ormosia velutina (also called Velvet Ormosia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ormosia velutina is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ormosia velutina is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round bean. The seedling has two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ormosia velutina is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every few months. Prune to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Ormosia velutina

Ormosia velutina is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is commonly found in the understory of the rainforest, where it receives partial shade.

Ormosia velutina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ormosia velutina?

Ormosia velutina

What is the common name of Ormosia velutina?

Velvet Bean Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ormosia velutina?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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