Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
J. Bot.66(Suppl. 1): 124 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172314
Common Names
- Mayumba Dalbergia
- Mayumba Rosewood
- Mayumba Dalbergia
Synonyms
- Dalbergia malangensis E.C.Sousa [valid]
- Dalbergia noldeae Harms [valid]
- Dalbergia bignonae Berhaut [valid]
Description
Dalbergia mayumbensis (also called Mayumba Rosewood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has small, white flowers and its leaves are composed of three leaflets.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia mayumbensis is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, tools, and other items. It is also used as a fodder for livestock, and its pods are edible for both humans and animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Dalbergia mayumbensis flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia mayumbensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 8-10 inches tall. It is best to plant the seedlings in a sunny location with plenty of space for the tree to grow.
Where to Find Dalbergia mayumbensis
Dalbergia mayumbensis is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush flats and rocky slopes.
Dalbergia mayumbensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia mayumbensis?
Dalbergia mayumbensis
What is the common name of Dalbergia mayumbensis?
Mayumba Rosewood
What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia mayumbensis?
Tropical rainforests 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