Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blanco) Prain
Source:
ildis
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta)10: 42 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205944
Common Names
- Mimosella Dalbergia
- Mimosella Rosewood
- Dalbergia mimosella
Synonyms
- Amerimnon mimosella Blanco [valid]
- Dalbergia minahassae Koord. [valid]
- Dalbergia lanceolaria Litv. [unknown]
- Dalbergia cassioides A.Gray [unknown]
- Dalbergia davaoensis Elmer [valid]
- Dalbergia lanceolaria Nav. & Ferdinand [unknown]
Description
Dalbergia mimosella (also called Mimosa Rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15-25 m tall. It is native to the islands of Borneo and the Philippines, and is found in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia mimosella is used as an ornamental plant and for timber. The timber is used for making furniture, tool handles, and other items. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock. The bark is used for tanning leather and dyeing clothes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dalbergia mimosella has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia mimosella is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Dalbergia mimosella
Dalbergia mimosella is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Dalbergia mimosella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia mimosella?
Dalbergia mimosella
Where is Dalbergia mimosella found?
It is found in Southeast Asia.
What is the common name of Dalbergia mimosella?
It is commonly known as the Mimosella Rosewood.
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