Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
congesta
ID:
205109

Status:
valid

Authors:
Graham ex Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 265 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204438



Common Names

  • Dalbergia congesta
  • Congested Dalbergia
  • Congested Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Amerimnon congestum (Graham ex Wight & Arn.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Dalbergia congesta (also called congested dalbergia, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, leathery leaves. It is native to India, and is found in dry habitats, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia congesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia congesta has yellow flowers with a sweet smell. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like pod with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia congesta can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Dalbergia congesta

Dalbergia congesta can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and tropical Africa.

Dalbergia congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia congesta?

Dalbergia congesta

What is the common name of Dalbergia congesta?

Congested Dalbergia

What is the family of Dalbergia congesta?

Fabaceae

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

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Graham (1786-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graham' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.