Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delphinensis
ID:
196828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser & R.Rabev

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia18: 188 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196157



Common Names

  • Delphin's Rosewood
  • Delphin's Dalbergia
  • Dalbergia Delphinensis


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Description

Dalbergia delphinensis (also called Delphin's Rosewood, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Madagascar. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia delphinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia delphinensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia delphinensis is an evergreen tree native to Madagascar. It can reach up to 25 m in height. Propagation is by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Dalbergia delphinensis

Dalbergia delphinensis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the tropical forests of Angola, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, and Zambia.

Dalbergia delphinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia delphinensis?

Dalbergia delphinensis

What is the common name of Dalbergia delphinensis?

Delphin's Rosewood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia delphinensis?

Tropical rainforests

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