Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oojeinensis
ID:
187074

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Hochr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève13-14: 51 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186403

Common Names

  • Oojein's Snout Pea
  • Oojein's Velvet Bean
  • Ougeinia Oojeinensis

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Synonyms

  • Ougeinia dalbergioides Benth. [valid]
  • Desmodium oojeinense (Roxb.) H.Ohashi [valid]
  • Dalbergia ougeinensis Roxb. [invalid]
  • Dalbergia oojeinensis Roxb. [valid]

Description

Ougeinia oojeinensis (also called Oojein's Ougeinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to India and is found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are compound with a single pair of leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Ougeinia oojeinensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ougeinia oojeinensis is a small, white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ougeinia oojeinensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ougeinia oojeinensis

Ougeinia oojeinensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.

Ougeinia oojeinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ougeinia oojeinensis?

Ougeinia oojeinensis

What is the common name of Ougeinia oojeinensis?

Ougeinia

What is the family of Ougeinia oojeinensis?

Fabaceae

Species in the Ougeinia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:511136-1: Based on the initial data import