Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reniformis
ID:
205154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. ed. 1832, 3: 226 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204483



Common Names

  • Dalbergia reniformis
  • Reniform Dalbergia
  • Reniform Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Amerimnon reniforme (Roxb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dalbergia flexuosa Graham [invalid]
  • Drepanocarpus reniformis (Roxb.) Kurz [valid]

Description

Dalbergia reniformis (also called Indian Rosewood, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree, native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a dense, rounded crown and a short, crooked trunk. Its leaves are pinnate, with leaflets arranged in pairs along the midrib. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are round, black, and fleshy. It prefers dry, open habitats and is often found in scrub and dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia reniformis is a popular ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a source of essential oils and as an ingredient in herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalbergia reniformis is white in color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia reniformis is a deciduous shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. Cuttings can also be taken in summer.

Where to Find Dalbergia reniformis

Dalbergia reniformis is found in India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Dalbergia reniformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia reniformis?

Dalbergia reniformis

What is the common name of Dalbergia reniformis?

Kidney-Leaf Rosewood

What is the family of Dalbergia reniformis?

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