Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurascens
ID:
196878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris1: 436 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196207



Common Names

  • Purpurascens Rosewood
  • Purpurascens Dalbergia
  • Dalbergia Purpurascens


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Description

Dalbergia purpurascens (also called Purple Dalbergia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters tall. It is found in dry forests, woodlands and savannas, and is often found near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia purpurascens is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dalbergia purpurascens are white and fragrant, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia purpurascens is an evergreen tree native to Madagascar. It can reach up to 25 m in height. Propagation is by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Dalbergia purpurascens

Dalbergia purpurascens is native to the dry deciduous forests of western and central Madagascar.

Dalbergia purpurascens FAQ

What is the common name of Dalbergia purpurascens?

Purple Rosewood

What is the natural range of Dalbergia purpurascens?

India and Sri Lanka

What is the typical height of Dalbergia purpurascens?

Up to 10 m

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