Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odorifera
ID:
195481

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.C.Chen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.8: 351 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194810



Common Names

  • Fragrant Rosewood
  • Cocobolo
  • Cocobolo Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia changhuagensis G.A.Fu, Y.K.Yang & Wen Q.Wang [unknown]

Description

Dalbergia odorifera (also called Fragrant Rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to India. It grows up to 25 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in moist, humid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia odorifera is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, in clusters of 2-3. Seed: small, black, flattened. Seedlings: have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia odorifera is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be semi-hardwood.

Where to Find Dalbergia odorifera

Dalbergia odorifera can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Dalbergia odorifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia odorifera?

Dalbergia odorifera

What is the common name of Dalbergia odorifera?

Fragrant Dalbergia

What is the family of Dalbergia odorifera?

Fabaceae

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