Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burmanica
ID:
197973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 448 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197302



Common Names

  • Dalbergia burmanica
  • Burmese Rosewood
  • Indian Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Amerimnon burmanicum (Prain) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Dalbergia burmanica (also called Burmese Rosewood, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China and Vietnam. It grows to a height of 15-20 m, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade, and is hardy to USDA zones 8-10.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia burmanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalbergia burmanica is a white or yellowish-white, fragrant, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia burmanica is an evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Dalbergia burmanica

Dalbergia burmanica is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Dalbergia burmanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia burmanica?

Dalbergia burmanica

What is the common name of Dalbergia burmanica?

Burmese Rosewood

Where is Dalbergia burmanica native to?

Myanmar

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