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ORMOSIA NOBILIS - LADY BUG TREE. Synonym Ormosia santaremnensis, Ormosia faroensis. Common name Lady bug, sabana kokriki, agitri, ormosia, tento, mulunga, huayuru hembra, tento, Sirari. Family Fabaceae.(Leguminosae) Overview Ladybug is a small tropical tree growing up to 15' tall and abundantly in the savannas of Suriname. The seeds, 3/8" long, are bright red with a black spot resembling a lady bug. The black spot is not on all seeds the same size but varies. Ormosia seeds are used in jewelry by the Amerindians. Hardiness USDA zone 9 B - 11. Propagation Seeds. Culture Full sun, has good drought tolerance. Plant in frost free areas. |