Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rimosa
ID:
197987

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. ed. 1832, 3: 233 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197316



Common Names

  • Dalbergia rimosa
  • Rimose Rosewood
  • Indian Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia discolor Blume [unknown]
  • Dalbergia rimosa rimosa [unknown]
  • Amerimnon rimosum (Roxb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dalbergia discolor Blume ex Miq. [valid]
  • Amerimnon discolor (Blume ex Miq.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dalbergia ximengensis Y.Y.Qian [valid]
  • Dalbergia mengsuoensis Y.Y.Qian [valid]
  • Dalbergia rimosa griffithii Thoth. [valid]
  • Dalbergia rimosa laevis Thoth. [valid]
  • Dalbergia volubilis latifolia Gagnep. [valid]

Description

Dalbergia rimosa (also called Rimose Rosewood, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China and Vietnam. It grows to a height of 15-20 m, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade, and is hardy to USDA zones 8-10.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia rimosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalbergia rimosa is a white or yellowish-white, fragrant, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalbergia rimosa is an evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Dalbergia rimosa

Dalbergia rimosa is native to the tropical forests of East Asia. It can be found in the wild in countries such as China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Dalbergia rimosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalbergia rimosa?

Dalbergia rimosa

What is the common name of Dalbergia rimosa?

Rimose Rosewood

Where is Dalbergia rimosa native to?

India

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