Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lianoides
ID:
186597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot.1: 228 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185926

Common Names

  • Derris Lianoides
  • Lianoid Derris
  • Lianoid Pea

Searching for Derris lianoides? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Paraderris lianoides (Elmer) Adema [valid]

Description

Derris lianoides (also called 'Liana-like Pea', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia, and is found in open woodlands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Derris lianoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Derris lianoides has small yellow flowers with five petals and a dark centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves with a pointed tip.

Searching for Derris lianoides? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Derris lianoides is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Derris lianoides

Derris lianoides can be found in tropical regions of India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Derris lianoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Derris lianoides?

Derris lianoides

What are the common names of Derris lianoides?

Lianoid derris, Lianoid mousetail

What is the natural habitat of Derris lianoides?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia

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