Status:
valid
Authors:
Drake
Source:
ildis
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
A.Grandidier, Hist. Phys. Madagascar30: 184 (1902 publ. 1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196214
Common Names
- Dalbergia Tricolor
- Tricolor Rosewood
- Rosewood
Description
Dalbergia tricolor (also called 'Tricolor rosewood', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia tricolor is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Dalbergia tricolor var. breviracemosa Bosser & R.Rabev
Dalbergia tricolor var. tricolor
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dalbergia tricolor are white and fragrant, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia tricolor 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 tricolor
Dalbergia tricolor is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the island.
Dalbergia tricolor FAQ
What is the common name of Dalbergia tricolor?
Tricolour Rosewood
What is the natural range of Dalbergia tricolor?
India and Sri Lanka
What is the typical height of Dalbergia tricolor?
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