Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gentilii
ID:
172776

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 5, 1: 147 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172105



Common Names

  • Gentili's Dalbergia
  • Dalbergia Gentilii
  • Gentili's Dalbergia Plant


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Description

Dalbergia gentilii (also called Gentil's Rosewood, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central America and Mexico. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia gentilii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia gentilii has small, white flowers that are arranged in a cluster. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia gentilii is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division of established plants can also be done in early spring.

Where to Find Dalbergia gentilii

Dalbergia gentilii is native to South America. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Dalbergia gentilii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia gentilii?

Dalbergia gentilii

What is the common name of Dalbergia gentilii?

Gentile's Rosewood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia gentilii?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

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