Derris elliptica (Wall.) Benth.
Tuba Root Derris
woody climber to 16 m leaves to 7-15 cm, leaflets elliptic, obovate, acute, coriaceous, nerves pubescent beneath inflorescence axillary racemes, flowers with rusty pubescent calyx and pinkish corolla
Water preference: Moderate water It is sensitive to water logging
The plant is widely cultivated in the tropics as one of the main sources of rotenone, which can be obtained from the roots. The plant is grown in rubber, cacao, kapok, coffee and tea plantations, where it can provide shade, enrich the soil and provide organic matter.
Pongamia elliptica Wall, Millettia piscatoria Merr
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