Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
siamensis
ID:
1515408

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schindl.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.96: 14 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000003000


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Description

Ototropis siamensis (also called Siamese Ototropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Thailand. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ototropis siamensis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is also used as a food source and as a source of oil and protein.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ototropis siamensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ototropis siamensis is a shrub native to Thailand. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright indirect light and temperatures of around 70-80°F (21-27°C).

Where to Find Ototropis siamensis

Ototropis siamensis can be found in Thailand.

Species in the Fabaceae family