Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
172911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Pl. Coromandel2: 7 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172240



Common Names

  • Indian Rosewood
  • Dalbergia Latifolia
  • Latifolia Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia emarginata Roxb. [valid]
  • Amerimnon latifolium (Roxb.) Kuntze [illegitimate]
  • Amerimnon javanicum (Miq.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dalbergia javanica Miq. [valid]

Description

Dalbergia latifolia (also called 'Broad-Leaved Dalbergia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 m tall, with pinnate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalbergia latifolia is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia latifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Dalbergia latifolia

Dalbergia latifolia is native to India, Southeast Asia, and China.

Dalbergia latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia latifolia?

Dalbergia latifolia

What is the common name of Dalbergia latifolia?

Broad-leaved rosewood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia latifolia?

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