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Description
Ormosia Hosiei is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to China and can grow up to a height of 20 meters. The tree has a straight trunk with a diameter of up to 50 cm, and its bark is smooth and gray. The leaves are compound, alternate, and pinnate, with each leaf having 11 to 21 leaflets. The flowers of Ormosia Hosiei are pink or purple, and they bloom in the spring. The fruits are pods that are cylindrical in shape, and each pod contains a single seed.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Ormosia |
| Species | Hosiei |
Appearance
Ormosia Hosiei is a tree with a stunning appearance. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and they turn yellow or orange in the fall. The flowers are pink or purple, and they bloom in clusters. The fruits are long, slender pods that can reach up to 30 cm in length. They are initially green but turn brown as they mature.
Care Guide
Ormosia Hosiei is a low maintenance tree. It requires moderate watering and fertilization. The soil should be well-drained, and it should be rich in organic matter. Ormosia Hosiei prefers full sun but can also grow in partial shade. It is hardy in zones 7 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Ormosia Hosiei is not prone to many pests and diseases. However, it can be affected by spider mites and aphids. These pests can be controlled by spraying the tree with insecticidal soap. Ormosia Hosiei can also be affected by root rot if the soil is poorly drained.
Habitat
Ormosia Hosiei is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, and Sichuan. It grows in forests and on hillsides.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Ormosia Hosiei a fast-growing tree?
A: No, Ormosia Hosiei is a slow-growing tree.
Q: Can Ormosia Hosiei grow in containers?
A: No, Ormosia Hosiei is not suitable for container gardening.
Q: Can Ormosia Hosiei tolerate drought?
A: No, Ormosia Hosiei requires regular watering and cannot tolerate drought.
Q: Does Ormosia Hosiei attract birds?
A: Yes, the fruits of Ormosia Hosiei are attractive to birds.
Related Plants
- Ormosia Glaberrima
- Ormosia Coccinea
- Ormosia Excelsa
- Ormosia Robusta
References
- “Ormosia Hosiei.” Flora of China, www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=2&taxon_id=200012319. Accessed 19 August 2021.
- “Ormosia Hosiei.” The Plant List, www.theplantlist.org/tpl1.1/record/ild-10476. Accessed 19 August 2021.
- “Ormosia Hosiei.” Plants for a Future, www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Ormosia+hosiei. Accessed 19 August 2021.
