Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schindl.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.96: 14 (2021)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000003000
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.
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 Ototropis genus
Species in the Fabaceae family