Ormosia hosiei belongs to Fabaceae family. This slow-growing precious tree develops a rounded dense crown. Its pinnate compound leaves stay lush green in growing seasons. After flowering, flat brown pods mature in autumn and contain striking glossy red seeds. The seed coat is extremely hard and waterproof, creating strong physical dormancy. Scarification plus hot water soaking treatment is essential to break hard seed coat and boost germination rate.
It adapts to subtropical warm humid climates. It fits USDA hardiness zones 7 to 10. It prefers partial sunlight, deep fertile loamy soil with great drainage. It grows well on valley slopes and river alluvial land, and cannot endure long-term waterlogged soil.
Ornamental Value: Graceful tree form, thick shade and famous bright red seeds make it a premium specimen tree for courtyards and botanical gardens. Ecological Value: Deep root system stabilizes hillside soil. Pods and seeds offer food for wild animals, helping maintain woodland biodiversity. Practical Value: Its timber features beautiful wood grain, hard texture and corrosion resistance, ideal for fine furniture and wood carving crafts.
Store unused seeds in sealed, cool, dry and ventilated space. Keep away from high temperature and humid air. Damp conditions trigger mildew and reduce seed vitality. Seeds maintain good activity for up to 12 months under proper preservation.
Pack seeds with moisture-proof breathable packaging materials. Avoid heavy squeezing and crushing during transportation. Prevent rain soaking and high-temperature exposure. Keep the package dry and intact to guarantee seed activity after arrival.
Selected plump high-quality seeds with high purity and stable germination rate. Rare precious native tree with decorative red seeds and premium timber value, perfect for high-value landscape and subtropical ecological forest construction.
Courtyard specimen tree planting, botanical garden collection, valuable timber plantation, hillside ecological restoration, valley mixed forest afforestation.
Q: Does Ormosia hosiei seed need scarification? A: Yes, the extremely hard waterproof seed coat blocks water intake. Scarification and hot water soaking greatly improve germination. Q: What climate fits Red bean tree? A: It grows best in warm humid subtropical climate and can bear short light frost. Q: What soil does it prefer? A: It likes deep, fertile, well-drained loam; stagnant water will cause root rot. Q: What makes Ormosia hosiei special? A: It produces bright red glossy seeds, and its timber is highly prized for furniture and fine carving.
