Dalbergia brownei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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(Jacq.) Urb.
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wfo-0000173749
Common Names
- Dalbergia Brownei
- Browne's Rosewood
- Browne's Dalbergia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dalbergia brownei (also called Brown Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in the moist lowland forests of the Congo Basin. The tree grows to a height of 10–15 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Its bark is grey-brown and its leaves are pinnate with 3–7 leaflets.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia brownei is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dalbergia brownei is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia brownei is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dalbergia brownei
Dalbergia brownei can be found in the Brazilian states of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina.
Dalbergia brownei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia brownei?
Dalbergia brownei
What is the common name of Dalbergia brownei?
Brown's rosewood
What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia brownei?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Dalbergia genus
Dalbergia simpsonii, Dalbergia acuta, Dalbergia calderonii, Dalbergia calycina, Dalbergia catingicola, Dalbergia cearensis, Dalbergia chontalensis, Dalbergia congestiflora, Dalbergia debilis, Dalbergia enneaphylla, Dalbergia ernest-ulei, Dalbergia frutescens, Dalbergia glabra, Dalbergia glandulosa, Dalbergia glaziovii, Dalbergia glomerata, Dalbergia gracilis, Dalbergia granadillo, Dalbergia hiemalis, Dalbergia inundata, Dalbergia iquitosensis, Dalbergia lateriflora, Dalbergia melanocardium, Dalbergia monophylla, Dalbergia nitida, Dalbergia retusa, Dalbergia sampaioana, Dalbergia stevensonii, Dalbergia subcymosa, Dalbergia tucurensis, Dalbergia foliolosa, Dalbergia glaucescens, Dalbergia miscolobium, Dalbergia nigra, Dalbergia riparia, Dalbergia villosa, Dalbergia acariaeantha, Dalbergia acutifoliolata, Dalbergia adamii, Dalbergia afzeliana, Dalbergia ajudana, Dalbergia albiflora, Dalbergia altissima, Dalbergia arbutifolia, Dalbergia boehmii, Dalbergia cibix, Dalbergia tabascana, Dalbergia obovata, Dalbergia bracteolata, Dalbergia carringtoniana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:75919-2: Based on the initial data import