Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oliveri
ID:
200655

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gamble ex Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 451 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199984



Common Names

  • Oliver's Rosewood
  • Dalbergia
  • Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia bariensis Pierre [valid]
  • Dalbergia dongnaiensis Pierre [valid]
  • Dalbergia duperreana Pierre [valid]
  • Dalbergia mammosa Pierre [valid]
  • Dalbergia laccifera Laness. [invalid]
  • Amerimnon bariense Pierre [valid]
  • Amerimnon dongnaiense Pierre [valid]
  • Amerimnon duperreanum Pierre [valid]
  • Amerimnon mammosum Pierre [valid]

Description

Dalbergia oliveri (also called Oliver's Dalbergia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown, and its leaves are pinnate with 4-7 leaflets. It is found in tropical forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia oliveri is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and for construction. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalbergia oliveri has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia oliveri is a tropical hardwood tree native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It is a slow-growing tree and can reach heights of up to 30 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings and air layering can also be used.

Where to Find Dalbergia oliveri

Dalbergia oliveri is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Dalbergia oliveri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia oliveri?

Dalbergia oliveri

What is the common name of Dalbergia oliveri?

Oliver's Dalbergia

What is the habitat of Dalbergia oliveri?

Dry, rocky slopes

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

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.