Dimorphandra jorgei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jorgei
ID:
175664
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.F.Silva
Source:
ildis
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica11: 53 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174993
Common Names
- Jorgei Dimorphandra
- Jorgei Bauhinia
- Jorgei Mountain Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dimorphandra jorgei (also called Desmodium saccatum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often in limestone soils.
Uses & Benefits
Dimorphandra jorgei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dimorphandra jorgei has small, bright orange flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dimorphandra jorgei is a perennial shrub that grows to a height of 1-3 feet. It is a drought-tolerant plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.
Where to Find Dimorphandra jorgei
Dimorphandra jorgei is native to the western Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Dimorphandra jorgei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dimorphandra jorgei?
Dimorphandra jorgei
What is the family of Dimorphandra jorgei?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Dimorphandra jorgei?
Jorge's Dimorphandra
Species in the Dimorphandra genus
Dimorphandra campinarum, Dimorphandra caudata, Dimorphandra coccinea, Dimorphandra conjugata, Dimorphandra cuprea, Dimorphandra davisii, Dimorphandra gigantea, Dimorphandra ignea, Dimorphandra mediocris, Dimorphandra polyandra, Dimorphandra urubuensis, Dimorphandra exaltata, Dimorphandra gardneriana, Dimorphandra macrostachya, Dimorphandra mollis, Dimorphandra parviflora, Dimorphandra pennigera, Dimorphandra unijuga, Dimorphandra jorgei, Dimorphandra loretensis, Dimorphandra williamii, Dimorphandra wilsonii, Dimorphandra multiflora, Dimorphandra pullei, Dimorphandra vernicosa, Dimorphandra dissimilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Marlene Freitas da Silva (1937-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Silva' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dimorphandra jorgei M.F.Silva: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.