Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
negrensis
ID:
194257

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Radlk.) Ducke

Source:
ildis

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Legum. Amaz. Bras.: 122 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193586



Common Names

  • Negrense Rosewood
  • Negrense Dalbergia
  • Dalbergia Negrensis


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Synonyms

  • Hecastophyllum negrense Radlk. [valid]

Description

Dalbergia negrensis (also called African Rosewood, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, usually growing up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Africa and grows in tropical rainforests. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia negrensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, and fragrant. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia negrensis is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dalbergia negrensis

Dalbergia negrensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, from Brazil to Argentina.

Dalbergia negrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia negrensis?

Dalbergia negrensis

What is the common name of Dalbergia negrensis?

Negrense Dalbergia

Where is Dalbergia negrensis native to?

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

References

Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.