Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micheliana
ID:
637734

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 5, 1: 148 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637066



Common Names

  • Dalbergia micheliana
  • Michel's Dalbergia
  • Michel's Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia foenumgraecum De Wild. [valid]
  • Dalbergia bakeri acutifoliolata E.P.Sousa [unknown]

Description

Dalbergia micheliana (also called Michel's Rosewood, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in dry deciduous forests, dry evergreen forests, and scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia micheliana is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The plant is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. It is drought-tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia micheliana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia micheliana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Dalbergia micheliana

Dalbergia micheliana is native to the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Dalbergia micheliana FAQ

What is the common name of Dalbergia micheliana?

Michel's Rosewood

What is the natural habitat of Dalbergia micheliana?

Tropical rainforest

What is the scientific classification of Dalbergia micheliana?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Fabales, Family: Fabaceae, Genus: Dalbergia, Species: D. micheliana

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