Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luteola
ID:
1285353

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Linares & M.Sousa

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Ceiba48: 64 (2007 publ. 2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284691



Common Names

  • Dalbergia luteola
  • Luteola Rosewood
  • Dalbergia luteola


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Description

Dalbergia luteola (also called yellow rosewood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellowish-white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia luteola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dalbergia luteola are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia luteola is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers partial shade and can tolerate some sun.

Where to Find Dalbergia luteola

Dalbergia luteola can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Dalbergia luteola FAQ

What is the common name of Dalbergia luteola?

Yellow-wood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia luteola?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia luteola?

Dalbergia luteola

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

Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.
José Linares (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Linares' in the authors string.