Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trichocarpa
ID:
196881

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.25: 311 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196210



Common Names

  • Dalbergia Trichocarpa
  • Mozambique Rosewood
  • Red Sandalwood


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Synonyms

  • Dalbergia perrieri Drake [valid]
  • Dalbergia boinensis Jum. [valid]

Description

Dalbergia trichocarpa (also called African rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa, and can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in savannas and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalbergia trichocarpa 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 trichocarpa 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 trichocarpa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Dalbergia trichocarpa

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

Dalbergia trichocarpa FAQ

What is the common name of Dalbergia trichocarpa?

Hairy Rosewood

What is the natural range of Dalbergia trichocarpa?

India and Sri Lanka

What is the typical height of Dalbergia trichocarpa?

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